The document discusses thyroid disorders like hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. It describes the thyroid gland and explains that hyperthyroidism is caused by an overactive thyroid while hypothyroidism is caused by an underactive thyroid. It provides information on symptoms, causes, tests used for diagnosis, treatment options like medication and diet changes, and home remedies for hypothyroidism.
1. Thyroid Symptoms, Causes, Signs and Treatment, Medical
Diagnosis, Preventive Care and Insurance Coverage, Myths
and Facts, Cure, FAQs, Home Natural remedies, Medical
Care, Online Health Advice, Everything you must Know.
2. The thyroid gland is located under the Adam's apple
present in the lower part of the neck and wraps around
the windpipe (trachea).
3. The malfunctioning of the thyroid gland causes two
types of thyroid problems including Hyperthyroidism
and Hypothyroidism.
The difference between these two thyroid disorders are
one causes because of ‘over-active’ thyroid where the
small thyroid gland in the neck does not function
properly, known as Hyperthyroidism while
Hypothyroidism causes due to an ‘under-active’
thyroid.
4. Hypothyroidism is also far more common than
hyperthyroidism. It affects about 1 in 20 people in the
United States whereas hyperthyroidism is more
common in women.
Both these thyroid conditions causes fatigue and hair
loss, but people with hyperthyroidism may experience
weight loss, missed periods, and anxiety whereas the
people with hypothyroidism may experience weight
gain, depression, and heavy menstrual cycles.
5. Hypothyroidism is a medical condition where the
thyroid gland does not produce adequate thyroid
hormones to meet the needs of the body.
These thyroid hormones are usually known as thyroxine.
The thyroid hormones control the way in which your
body utilizes energy for metabolism.
Without adequate “thyroxine”, several body functions
slow down.
6. Nausea and Vomiting
Tremors
Excessive appetite and eating
Weight Gain
Increased bowel movement, diarrhea
Increased heart rate and blood pressure
Irregular heartbeat
Inexplicable mood swings and irritability
Swollen neck
Protruding eyeballs, also known as Goitre
Feeling nervous and anxious all the time
7. The following are some of the most common warning signs
of hypothyroidism:
Fatigue,
Depression and anxiety,
Weight gain,
Infertility,
Feeling cold,
Constipation,
8. The following are some of the most common warning signs
of hypothyroidism:
Muscle aches and tenderness,
Stiffness and swelling in the joints,
Hair loss,
Rough, cracked skin,
Trouble breathing,
Changes in the menstrual cycle,
More frequent colds.
9. The following are some of the causes of hypothyroidism:
Inflammatory disorders of the thyroid (Hashimoto),
Poor diet,
Hormone imbalances,
Gut inflammation (leaky gut syndrome),
Genetics,
10. The following are some of the causes of hypothyroidism:
Pregnancy (postpartum thyroiditis),
Interactions of certain medications.
High levels of emotional stress,
Inactivity and lack of exercise,
11. The following are some of the common medical tests conducted
to diagnose Hypothyroidism:
Your doctor can perform the following screenings:
A physical exam
A blood test
An imaging scan
After your first level of examination, In case Hypothyroidism
suspected; these tests show an elevated thyroid-stimulating
hormone (TSH) and low levels of thyroid hormones, like free
T4, total T3, or free T3.,
12. The following are the top foods in a Hypothyroidism diet and to
start the Hypothyroidism healing process:
Wild-caught fish
Coconut Oil
Seaweeds
Probiotic-Rich Foods
Sprouted Seeds
Clean Water
High-fiber foods
Bone broth
Ancient Nutrition Bone Broth Protein
Fruits and Vegetables
13. The following are the foods that should not appear in your
Hypothyroidism diet::
Goitrogen Foods
Tap water
Gluten
Conventional Dairy
Sugar
Refined Flour Products
14. Hyperthyroidism is also known as over active thyroid or
hyperthyreosis. It is the condition occurs due to
excessive production of thyroid hormone by the thyroid
gland.
Signs and symptoms of thyroidsm vary between people.
There are three main treatment options which are
radioiodine therapy, medications, and thyroid surgery.
15. Here are the Signs of Hyperthyroid:
A swelling in your neck caused by an enlarged thyroid
gland (goitre)
An irregular and/or unusually fast heart rate
(palpitations)
Twitching or trembling
Warm skin and excessive sweating
Red palms of your hands
16. Here are the Signs of Hyperthyroid:
Loose nails
A raised, itchy rash – known as hives (urticaria)
Patchy hair loss or thinning
Weight loss – often despite an increased appetite
Eye problems, such as redness, dryness or vision
problems
17. Here are the Symptoms of Hyperthyroid:
Unintentional weight loss, even when your appetite
and food intake stay the same or increase
Rapid heartbeat (tachycardia) — commonly more
than 100 beats a minute
Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia)
Pounding of your heart (palpitations)
Increased appetite
Nervousness, anxiety and irritability
18. Tremor — usually a fine trembling in your hands and
fingers
Sweating, Changes in menstrual patterns
Increased sensitivity to heat
Changes in bowel patterns, especially more frequent
bowel movements
An enlarged thyroid gland (goiter), which may appear
as a swelling at the base of your neck
Fatigue, muscle weakness
Difficulty sleeping
Skin thinning, Fine, brittle hair
19. Graves’ disease - an autoimmune disorder resulting in
producing more and more thyroid hormone.
Overactive thyroid nodules – Non-cancerous and
more common in an older adults
Thyroiditis - inflammation of your thyroid where stored
thyroid hormone leaks out of your thyroid gland.
Too much iodine - Consuming huge quantity of iodine
may cause the thyroid to make too much thyroid
hormone.
20. Non-iodized salt
Coffee or tea (without milk or dairy- or soy-based
creamers)
Egg whites
Fresh or canned fruit
Unsalted nuts and nut butters
Homemade bread or breads made without salt, dairy, and
eggs
Popcorn with non-iodized salt
Oats
Potatoes
21. Honey
Maple syrup
Bamboo shoots
Bok choy
Broccoli
Brussels sprouts
Cassava
Cauliflower
Collard greens
Kale
Mustard
22. Rutabaga
Dried beans
Green leafy vegetables
Lentils
Nuts
Poultry, such as chicken and turkey
Red meat
Seeds
Whole grains
Brazil nuts
Couscous
23. Chia seeds
Mushrooms
Tea
Meat, such as beef and lamb
Rice
Oat bran
Poultry, such as chicken and turkey
Sunflower seeds
Beef
Chickpeas
Cocoa powder
24. Cashews
Mushrooms
Pumpkin seeds
Lamb
Spinach
Collard greens
White beans
Kale
Okra
Calcium-fortified orange juice
Almond milk
26. Sunflower oil
Safflower oil
Avocado
Unsalted nuts and seeds
Turmeric
Green chilies
Black pepper
And few more as per your doctor advice…
27. Eat sea vegetables twice a week as they are good natural
source of iodine to support the thyroid
Add a piece of kombu to a pot of beans or soup during
cooking
Sprinkle kelp granules over your salads or hot dishes just
like you would use salt
Making a nori wrap (this is what’s used to wrap sushi)
Don’t be afraid of butter because endocrine system loves
butter
Skip the kale smoothies and salads, and eat your greens
cooked instead because cruciferous vegetables contain
goitrogens that may disrupt the thyroid if consumed in
large quantities
28. Sit down, slow down, savor, breathe and chew your food
because the thyroid is the master of your metabolism
Drop down your cell, use head set instead because the little
radiation machine that you hold up to your ear is awfully
close to your thyroid gland as well
Do Yoga especially shoulderstand (sarvangasana) is
beneficial for stimulating the thyroid gland
Ashwagandha helps low cortisol and balance T4 levels
For 10% of people the mineral iodine can resolve thyroid
dysfunction. This should not be taken with Hashimotos
disease
Selenium is necessary for the production of the T3 thyroid
hormone.
29. An amino acid used in the synthesis of thyroid hormones
Essential fatty acids found in fish oil are critical for thyroid
function
Vitamin B12 and thiamine are important for neurological
function and hormonal balance
Probiotics can help heal the gut and aid in nutrient
absorption while reducing inflammation
Rub these directly on the thyroid, which is located at the
front lower part of your neck
Try rubbing directly on the thyroid area along with the
reflexology points on the feet (big toes) and on the wrists
multiple times per day
30. Endocrinologists are specialists in diagnosing and treating
hormonal disorders such as hyperthyroidism.
Primary care physicians, including family practitioners
Internists, may also be involved in treating patients with
hyperthyroidism.
Ophthalmologists and ophthalmic surgeons may be
involved in the care of patients with Graves' disease.
31. Papillary thyroid cancer (PTC)
Follicular or Hurthle cell cancers
Medullary thyroid cancer (MTC)
Anaplastic thyroid cancer.