Thyroid Disorders

Thyroid disorders
Thyroid disorders result from the dysfunction of the thyroid gland which is characterized as hyperthyroidism (increased thyroid hormone) or hypothyroid (decreased thyroid hormone). The main changes that a person with hypothyroid faces include a weight gain, cold intolerance and also excessive tiredness associated with joint pains. The hyperthyroid people suffer from increased heart rate, depression, weight loss and also cognitive slowing.

The people are generally susceptible to hypothyroidism due to the improper food control as it may result from the lower secretion of thyroid hormone due to the deficiency of iodine in one’s diet. Hyperthyroidism cause due to the improper functioning of the thyroid gland which produces the excess thyroid hormone. There are five major ways which help you to fight with the difficulties faced due to thyroid disorders. Here, we are mainly concentrating on hypothyroid.

1. Drink plenty of water: regular diet recommends the intake of 8 glasses of water, but a thyroid diet recommends more water intake which in turn helps you to reduce the weight you gained due to hypothyroidism. Water speeds up the metabolism by facilitating proper digestion. It aids you to eliminate the water retention and bloating caused. Intake of water in between the meals reduces the appetite, thus making you to consume less food leading a path to reduce weight.

2. Increased fiber intake: foods rich in fiber like fruits, nuts, vegetables, whole grains both in the form of foods and supplements can be taken for giving fullness and thus reducing your hunger and leading to weight loss.

3. Green tea: having a cup of green tea daily will reduce the tiredness, which is common among the hypothyroids. Since you are into the weight loss process, your body is in need of energy thus making you feel tired often. Green tea offers the required antioxidants and gives you energy throughout the day. 

4. Regular exercise: for hypothyroids regular and strenuous exercise is needed. Since they are on the verge of becoming obese or overweight, exercise will help them to reduce their weight and also prevent them from the risk of heart diseases and other life killing disorders. Its better to try aerobics and weight bearing exercises for better results.

5. Medication: finally, along with the above said ways, its essential for a thyroid person to a course on thyroid medication. The course and doses of medication depends on the thyroid hormone levels and the person’s lifestyle.