Dr Batra's provides treatment for thyroid through homeopathy remedies that helps to stimulate better functioning of the thyroid gland with no side effects.

1. 10 IMPORTANT FACTS ON
THYROID

2. KNOW YOUR THYROID
• The thyroid gland is located at the base of
your neck.
• The thyroid is shaped like a butterfly and is
about 2 inches long.
• A part of the endocrine system, your
thyroid controls many major body organs.
• Read on to find out the top 10 facts on this
important gland.

3. 1. Controls metabolism
• The most important function of the
thyroid is controlling how your body uses
food for energy.
• Any disorder in the thyroid will upset your
metabolic rate and can make you gain or
lose weight erratically.

4. 2. Requires iodine
• Your thyroid depends on a daily intake of
iodine to function well. Iodine is required
to form the thyroid hormones T3 and T4.
• Iodine is found in seafood. Vegetarian
alternatives include iodized salt, cranberries,
organic yoghurt, and organic potatoes.

5. 3. Linked with pituitary
• Your thyroid function is controlled by the
pituitary gland in the brain.
• Most problems of the thyroid gland
originate in the pituitary. A protein rich diet
is needed for a healthy pituitary function.

6. 4. T3 and T4
• Your thyroid converts T4 to T3 in your
body to regulate energy levels. Any
imbalance in tis conversion will leave you
dull and tired.
• Modern lifestyle habits such as sleep cycle
imbalances, junk food, and vices like
smoking affect a healthy conversion of T4
to T3.

7. 5. Stress harms thyroid
• Stress releases the hormone cortisol. An
excess of cortisol interferes with the
thyroid hormone production.
• Chronic stress leaves you vulnerable to
many autoimmune diseases like
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis which cause thyroid
disorders.

8. 6. Lumps are serious
• Any lumps in your throat should be shown
to a doctor immediately. It could be thyroid
cancer.
• A swelling in your throat, a hoarse voice, or
difficulty in breathing and swallowing are
indications of a thyroid problem.

9. 7. Hyperthyroidism
• An overactive thyroid gland results in a
condition called hyperthyroidism.
• Due to an excess of the thyroid hormone,
the person suffering will lose weight
suddenly, experience anxiety, diarrhoea,
brittle nails and hair, and insomnia.

10. 8. Hypothyroidism
• A underactive thyroid gland leads to a
condition called hypothyroidism.
• In this disorder, the thyroid does not
secrete sufficient hormones. As a result,
you experience fatigue, constipation,
irregular menses, weight gain, muscle
cramps, joint pain, and even depression.

11. 9. Thyroid disorder in women
• Studies show that women are more prone
to thyroid disorders than men. This is due
to the facts that hormones fluctuate more
often during menses and menopause.
• Thyroid problems should be taken seriously
for they can cause infertility, cancer, or
osteoporosis.

12. 10. Important nutrients
• The most important nutrients for your
thyroid are Vitamins A and B, iodine, and
zinc.
• Foods that are good for your thyroid are
fish, green leafy vegetables, beans, fruits,
liver, lean meat, eggs, nuts and seeds, whole
grains, and seaweed.

13. THANK YOU