Hyperthyroidism Cure With Lifestyle Changes?

Hyperthyroidism is the body situation with an excess production of thyroid hormones thyroxine(T4) and triiodothyronine(T3). Iodine in foods is converted into the above hormones and let in the bloodstream, thereby converting oxygen and calories into energy. Thyroid gland cells are the only cells in the human body which absorb iodine. Hence this lack of conversion is felt all over the body in various degrees.

Symptoms of hyperthyroidism ranges from palpitations, heat intolerance, nervousness, insomnia, breathlessness, increased bowel movements, light or absent menstrual periods, fatigue, fast heart rate, trembling hands, weight loss, muscle weakness, warm moist skin to hair loss.

Detected by widely available and accurate blood tests, some may require radioactive tests especially to confirm whether the disorder is through goiters (Odd-looking lumps below the neck, in acute cases). The cure for hyperthroidism are also simple but need to be administered with care.

• Two commonly used drugs, methimazole and propylthiouracil actually interfere with the thyroid gland's ability to make its hormones. These reduce the ability of the gland to produce the amount of hormone required. Medication in some may result in some hormone being made, but the thyroid becomes much less efficient. Over-medication may lead to total stoppage of production thereby resulting in Hypothyroidism. Although uncommon, other side effects are rashes, itching or fever in most cases.

• Radioactive iodine treatment is also advised in cases where there is an allergy to these medications. Seen in good effect in most of those suffering, there are considerably fewer side effects. Finally surgery is resorted in cases depending on the severity. Beta-blockers are a temporary, but effective measures in cases of temporary forms of hyperthyroidism.

• Although genetics do play a role, studies show that lifestyle and environmental factors need to "trigger" the genetics, and thus cause the genes to express themselves. Those of you with poor diets, less rest and chronic stress are more susceptible which may strengthen the genetic marking. With today's environmental conditions in developing and underdeveloped countries, toxic exposure also is a booster to hyperthyroidism.

• If hyperthyroidism needs cure naturally, try the below as it also helps in building a healthy lifestyle. Reduce or eliminate caffeine and sugar and grain-based carbohydrates. eating non-starchy vegetables to your heart's content.

• Increasing the protein level helps cure hyperthyrodism as protein transports thyroid hormone to all your tissues and normalize thyroid function. If you're getting insufficient fat and cholesterol, you could be exacerbating hormonal imbalance, which includes thyroid hormones.
  
• Natural, healthy fats include olive oil, ghee, avocados, flax seeds, fish, nuts, hormone- and antibiotic-free full fat cheese, yogurt, and cottage cheese (full fat). Finally look for your stressors and practice relaxation. The thyroid is a very sensitive gland and is exceptionally reactive to the stress response. Holistic approach is advisable in any case, preventive or curative.