9 Natural, Simple And Homemade Tips To Improve Hypothyroidism

Exercising is also very important in the case of hypothyroidism, since in this way, in addition to accelerating the metabolism, it favors the burning of fat and increases vitality

Hypothyroidism is a pathology characterized by a decrease in the function of the thyroid gland.

As a consequence, a lower secretion of thyroid hormones causes symptoms such as a decrease in basal metabolism, weight gain, fatigue, hypersensitivity to cold, constipation, anemia, etc.

Discover in this article some natural, simple and homemade tips that can help you improve the most common symptoms of hypothyroidism.

Is hypothyroidism cured?

Hypothyroidism is a disease that, in principle, cannot be cured. However, once diagnosed,  it can be largely controlled with proper medication. 

Despite treatment, many people continue to suffer from symptoms of this disease, so they can only resort to natural remedies.

These alternative solutions are also very effective when we begin to suffer the first symptoms of hypothyroidism but we are not yet treating ourselves, since we could prevent it from getting worse.

Tips to reduce symptoms

1. Green smoothies

Green smoothies are a delicious, convenient and healthy way to consume a good portion of fruits and vegetables every day, even for those who have a hard time eating vegetables.

Green smoothies, which we can prepare with a wide variety of fresh and seasonal ingredients, provide many nutrients, improve the functioning of the body and eliminate toxins, which is very beneficial to prevent all kinds of symptoms.

In addition, these shakes help maintain a balanced weight, fight constipation, increase energy levels and improve mood.

2. Stimulating spices

Some aromatic and culinary spices have medicinal healing properties for many diseases, although they are best known for their ability to enhance the flavor of food.

In the case of an underactive thyroid, we recommend these three spices in our meals and infusions:

• Cayenne pepper
• Ginger
• Ceylon Cinnamon

We can add them to both savory recipes and sweet desserts, smoothies or juices.

3. It is essential to practice physical exercise

Exercising is a recommendation for everyone. However, those who suffer from hypothyroidism can notice a great improvement with sports, since in this way they accelerate the metabolism that they usually have low and prevent being overweight. 

Activating the metabolism not only helps to burn more calories, but also to increase vitality and combat hypersensitivity to cold.

4. Coconut oil

Extra virgin coconut oil is an increasingly popular food among those looking for superfoods to enrich their diet.

This vegetable oil has the virtue of stimulating the production of thyroid hormone, accelerating metabolism and fighting overweight, despite being a fat.

We can take two tablespoons a day, one on an empty stomach and one at night, although we can start with a smaller amount and increase it if it suits us well.

5. Thyroid massage

We must not underestimate the simple exercise of massaging the area of ​​the neck where the thyroid is with a little coconut oil. We will do it gently for a couple of minutes each day.

Any self-massage has beneficial health properties as long as it is not uncomfortable or painful.

6. Essential fatty acids

One of the symptoms of hypothyroidism is dry skin. To improve this condition of the skin we must provide the nutrients so that it is nourished and looks luminous, and incidentally also prevent premature wrinkles.

We can consume the following foods daily:

• Flax seeds
• Chia seeds
• Krill oil
• Avocado
• Ghee or clarified butter
• Blue Fish

7. Chia seeds

The chia seeds that we have discussed in the previous section can also be very effective in case of constipation.

• To consume them we will have to soak them for several hours (overnight for example) and then take them along with the water.

• We can also mix them with juices or smoothies.

8. Learn to sing

It is not necessary to have a great talent to sing privately in our house.

However, this habit can be very useful to regulate the thyroid, since the vibration takes place right in the area where the gland is. Even at the energy level, it can be a very beneficial therapy for our well-being.

9. Drink water

Drinking water is a simple habit that improves the functioning of our organs, helps us activate the metabolism, fight constipation, dry skin and lose weight.

For all these reasons it is highly recommended in any treatment and, especially, in hypothyroidism.