Does anyone know a good, natural supplement for hyperthyroidism? I don't want to take prescription medication?!


Question: Does anyone know a good, natural supplement for hyperthyroidism.? I don't want to take prescription medication.?
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I agree with your decision.. Drugs for hyperthyroidism have serious side-effects.. Out of the frying pan and into the fire is my experienced opinion.. There is a high risk of them damaging your white blood cells and they almost always result in making the thyroid under-active.. Not to mention the radioactive iodine that increases the risk of cancer at a later age.. It's simply a barbaric treatment..

Nutritional and natural herbal support can bring the raised thyroid hormone levels down to a safe level.. It can be a long term approach but even if you start with a bit of supplementation and get some symptom relief it will give you confidence to carry on..

Magnesium is very important for supporting the nervous system.. At a high enough dose it can quite quickly alleviate the tremor that is often felt.. Long term supplementation often reduces tachycardia (fast heart rate) that is often associated with hyperthyroidism..

Foods: The Brassica family of vegetables - that's cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, Brussels sprouts etc, inhibits thyroid function.. I feel you would have to eat truckloads of these veg to make any difference especially if the hyperthyroidism is due to the autoimmune condition, Graves disease.. However, eat them anyway, they are beneficial and you may have the psychological effect of knowing they must benefit in some way.. They are excellent for your liver too..

Specific herbs that inhibit thyroid function are Bugleweed (blocks TSH receptor from antibodies and decreases conversion of T4 to T3).. also lemon balm..

There are other herbs that may be indicated for you depending on your individual condition.. eg Nettle is high in minerals and is a urinary tonic, it can help to reduce the fluid that may build up on the shins and eyes in a person with hyperthyroidism..I am sure an experienced herbalist could help you a lot..

Persevere, feed yourself well, get enough sleep, take supplements and herbs and you will improve your condition greatly.. All the best to you..




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