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Tsh hypothyroidism - #20461

Rakshitha

I’m 29 years old, and until I was 28, I didn’t have any issues with TSH levels. But one day, my TSH was found to be 12, which was diagnosed as hypothyroidism. The doctor prescribed 50mg medication, and within a week, my levels dropped to 1.5. The doctor advised me to continue the 50mg dosage, but I stopped in the middle, and my TSH increased again to 6. After restarting the medication, my levels are now normal. However, I’ve been gaining weight over the past 6 months despite following a diet, and my weight has remained at 53 kg. I can’t seem to lose any weight, and my hair is falling more. I’m also planning to have a baby. How can I manage my hormones? I am consuming iodine-rich foods, but they don’t seem to help. Additionally, I feel heat in my body, get pimples when I eat hot foods, and often suffer from mouth ulcers.

Age: 29
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Namste! All hormone related disorders are always caused by lifestyle and diet, which affect your Agni (digestive strength).

Before planning a baby, you should focus on changing your lifestyle and diet. Food acts as medicine when consumed properly—no medicine alone can cure your condition; only you can heal yourself through dietary and lifestyle changes.

Here are some dietary and lifestyle recommendations along with medicines that you should follow:

Rx (Medicines):

1. Triphala powder – ½ teaspoon with lukewarm water at early morning

2. Kanchnar Guggulu – 1 tablet twice daily (BD).

3. Shatavari powder – ½ teaspoon with milk at night

Diet & Lifestyle Recommendations:

Foods to Add:

Fresh fruits, millets, and sprouts.

Coconut water, mint, coriander, cucumber, and ghee.

Pumpkin seeds and whole grains.

Foods to Avoid:

Spicy, fried, and processed foods.

Cabbage, cauliflower, and soy.

Excess dairy and sugar.

Lifestyle Changes:

Daily Oil Massage (Abhyanga): Use coconut oil or bhringraj oil to reduce hair fall.

Yoga & Pranayama: Practice Kapalbhati and Ujjayi breathing regularly.

Recommended Yoga Poses:

Sarvangasana (Shoulder Stand): Stimulates the thyroid.

Matsyasana (Fish Pose): Balances thyroid hormones.

Setu Bandhasana (Bridge Pose): Helps metabolism and fertility.

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Do regular exercises walking atleast 30 min per day Do pranayama Avoid oily spicy fried processed foods Drink plenty of fluids

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Panchkarma Shirodhara Bhrami vati two times a day Bhringaraj tailam apply at hair

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Managing hypothyroidism with Ayurveda involves focusing on your specific dosha imbalances and aligning your lifestyle to support thyroid function naturally. Weight gain and hair fall can be quite common when TSH levels fluctuate, and your body might still be adjusting. Here’s how you can proceed.

Firstly, since you experience heat in your body with a propensity for acne and mouth ulcers, it suggests an imbalance in Pitta dosha. This can be aggravated by consuming excessively spicy or oily foods, which could also affect your thyroid function.

Consider integrating cooling, nurturing foods and activities into your diet to pacify Pitta. Consume more raw vegetables like cucumber, and fruits such as melons. Stick to cooked, gentle foods that won’t overheat your system. Drink plenty of water and you can try aloe vera juice (pure, without sugar) which is excellent for soothing excessive Pitta.

Yoga and breathing exercises can contribute significantly to balancing hormones. Practices like Ujjayi Pranayama or Chandra Bhedana (left nostril breathing) are great for cooling and calming your system. Aim to practice regularly, perhaps daily, in the early morning when it’s cooler, to support your endocrine function naturally.

To address weight management, consider incorporating gentle detoxifying practices - such as triphala at bedtime. Triphala aids digestion and balances all three doshas, which will assist in removing the excess pounds.

Moringa leaves can be added to your diet. Not only are they nutrient-dense, but they’re also known to support thyroid health. Steep moringa leaves in hot water and drink this as a tea.

Stay consistent with your medication as prescribed by your doctor; sudden stops can lead to fluctuations that make management challenging. Discuss openly with your doctor about your plans to conceive since stable hormone levels are vital for fertility.

These suggestions should fit within your lifestyle, given your current habits and intentions. Always touch base with both your Ayurvedic practitioner and your doctor to ensure all steps align with your treatment goals.

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