Hyperthyroidism – Can Ayurveda Help with Overactive Thyroid Symptoms? - #15964
For the past several months, I’ve been feeling like my body is completely out of control. My heart races even when I’m just sitting down, I sweat excessively even in cool weather, and I’ve lost a lot of weight despite eating like crazy. The worst part is the constant anxiety and restlessness—I can’t focus on anything, and I feel on edge all the time. I finally went to the doctor, and after some blood tests, they told me I have hyperthyroidism. My TSH levels are extremely low, and my T3 and T4 are way too high. The doctor said this means my thyroid is overactive and producing too many hormones. They prescribed medication, but I’m scared to start because I’ve read that the treatment for hyperthyroidism can eventually lead to an underactive thyroid, requiring lifelong medication. I started looking into natural ways to manage hyperthyroidism, and I found that Ayurveda has treatments that focus on balancing the body’s energies. But I’m not sure where to start. Are there specific herbs or dietary changes that can help slow down thyroid function? I’ve heard that foods like cabbage and broccoli might help, but I don’t know if that’s enough. Also, my hands tremble sometimes, and my sleep has been terrible since this started. Can Ayurveda help with these specific hyperthyroidism symptoms, or do I have to take conventional medicine no matter what? I would really love to hear from anyone who has managed hyperthyroidism naturally. Is it possible to control this condition with Ayurveda without ending up with hypothyroidism?
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