24/02/2025
Hello everyone
Ayurveda & Thyroid
According to Ayurveda, thyroid disorders are lifestyle-related conditions linked to digestive fire (Agni). The thyroid gland regulates metabolism, heart health, liver function, skin health, and mental well-being by secreting T3 and T4 hormones.
*Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)*
*Dosha Imbalance: Kapha & Vata* dominance → Slows digestion.
Symptoms:
Weight gain & facial swelling
Fatigue, joint & muscle pain
Dry skin, hair fall & memory issues
Sensitivity to cold & menstrual irregularities
*Ayurvedic Remedies:*
✔ Herbal Mix: Sonth (dry ginger), black pepper, pippali churna – take with buttermilk or warm water.
✔ Fresh Ginger & Rock Salt before meals.
✔ Light Diet: Include millets, avoid kidney beans, chickpeas, milk, and curd.
*Ayurvedic Therapies:*
✔ Nasya Therapy with sesame oil.
✔ Pranayama & Neck Exercises to stimulate the thyroid gland.
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Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
*Dosha Imbalance: Pitta & Vata dominance* → Increases metabolism.
Symptoms:
Weight loss & palpitations
Nervousness, anxiety & irritability
Tremors, muscle weakness & excessive sweating
Menstrual irregularities
Ayurvedic Remedies:
✔ Never skip meals; avoid fasting.
✔ Include Cow Ghee to balance Pitta & Vata.
✔ Add Black Raisins, Amla & Shatavari Churna to diet.
✔ Abhyanga (Massage) with coconut oil.
✔ Nasya Therapy with cow ghee or coconut oil.
✔ Practice Meditation & Pranayama (Anuloma Viloma, Bhastrika).
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Final Tip:
*Both hypothyroidism & hyperthyroidism affect Agni (digestion), metabolism, and mental health, leading to hormonal imbalances. A balanced lifestyle & diet can help regulate thyroid function naturally.*
Regards,
Dr. Dipali