Ayurvedic Herbal Remedies To Improve The Function Of The Thyroid Gland

Introduction

According to Ayurveda, the Thyroid is made up of Pitta and Kapha Dosha. The thyroid is a gland located near Vishuddha Chakra (throat area). The thyroid is a part of the endocrine system and is considered a very sensitive gland. The imbalance of Pitta is the main reason for thyroid diseases as per Ayurveda.

Herbal Remedies For Thyroid Health

Natural ways to prevent thyroid disorders are

• Trikatu

  Trikatu is a combination of black pepper, long pepper, and dry ginger herbs. Trikatu is rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Trikatu has Vata-Kapha pacification and digestive properties.

• Triphala

  Triphala contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Triphala helps to maintain a balance between Tridosha like Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Also consuming Trikatu promotes healthy digestion and absorption.

• Jatarnamshi

  Jatarnamshi contains antioxidant and anti-stress properties. Jatarnamshi helps to regulate thyroid hormones. .

• Ashwagandha

  Ashwagandha is very effective in controlling thyroid disorders, helps to boost thyroid hormone levels by reducing cortisol. .

• Brahmi

  Brahmi is very effective in relieving the mental and emotional stress of a person. Consuming Brahmi helps to regulate hypothyroidism.

• Pipli

  Pipli is mainly used to treat respiratory disorders. Consuming Pipli helps to increase the absorption of selenium which is essential to convert less active Thyroxine (T4) to more active Triiodothyronine (T3).

• Guggulu

  Guggul is rich with antioxidant properties that may help protect the thyroid gland from oxidative stress. Also, Guggul can increase thyroid function and iodine uptake.

Guggul, Pipli, Brahmi, Ashwagandha, Triphala, Trikatu, Jatarmanshi, etc are the herbs that can be used effectively in controlling thyroid symptoms.

Conclusion

All the information regarding Thyroid disorders and treatments was collected from various Ayurvedic resources. Better to get the advice of your Ayurvedic practitioner before self-medication.

References

• Ayurvedic Samhita.