Thyrotoxicosis is a clinical syndrome caused by the action of an excess of thyroid hormones on various organs and tissues. As treatment measures, a diet with limited iodine, reduced physical activity, conservative therapy, and in some cases surgery are recommended. Treatment of thyrotoxicosis with folk remedies is indicated as an adjunct to official therapy, but only subject to prior consultation with a doctor.

What you need to know before home treatment

Thyrotoxicosis is a condition in which the increased production of triiodothyronine and thyroxine causes an acceleration of metabolism and disruption of the processes associated with it:

• weight loss due to increased appetite;
• fever and sweating; 
• high blood pressure;
• first tachycardia, then arrhythmia;
• sleep problems;
• irritability;
• eye symptoms (bulging of the eyeball, frequent blinking, lagging of the upper eyelid when looking down).

All these are signs of a condition when the thyroid gland is working too actively. The reasons may be associated with a disease of the thyroid gland itself (diffuse toxic goiter, tumors or inflammation of the organ) or with a disease of the pituitary gland, which regulates the production of thyroid hormones. The second reason is quite rare and is associated with a pituitary tumor.

Treatment of thyroid diseases is always carried out under the control of laboratory parameters and taking into account the existing complications and symptoms. Inadequate treatment or lack of proper therapy can lead to irreversible consequences. For example, thyrotoxic exophthalmos (bulging eyes) does not always go away even after surgery. Therefore, the situation should not be left to chance.

Do not self-administer thyroid medication or rely on folk remedies alone. Be sure to contact a specialist and follow his recommendations. If the doctor approves of any traditional medicine, it can be used in addition to the main treatment.

How to treat hyperthyroidism with folk remedies

There are different ways of influencing the thyroid gland with thyrotoxicosis. Folk remedies have the following effect:

• restore the hormonal balance of the thyroid gland;
• reduce the excitability of the central nervous system and return the normal rhythm of the cardiovascular system;
• cleanse the liver of toxins;
• have a tonic effect.

With the right selection of alternative therapy, you can gently affect different links of the pathological chain and reduce certain symptoms of thyroid disease.

White cinquefoil

One of the universal remedies for thyroid problems is white cinquefoil (white finger ). It stabilizes the work of the gland in both hypo – and hyperfunction. Cinquefoil has the following range of effects:

• normalizes hormonal levels;
• restores metabolic processes;
• removes toxins;
• reduces capillary permeability;
• increases the elasticity of blood vessels;
• stimulates the excretion of fluid from the body;
• reduces inflammation, knits, relieves pain.

In folk medicine, it is advised to treat hyperthyroidism with tincture of Potentilla white. Grind about 50 g of plant roots and dilute with about 0.5 liters of alcohol. Leave the contents isolated from sunlight for 30 days.

Dose the finished tincture 20 drops per 2 tbsp. l. boiled water 20 minutes before meals. The recommended course of treatment lasts about a month. Then a week break is made, and the course is repeated.

Persimmon

Vitamins A, C, P in persimmons increase the elasticity of blood vessels, iron replenishes the level of hemoglobin, magnesium has a beneficial effect on metabolic processes. The fruit has a diuretic effect, strengthens the heart and blood vessels, helps with increased nervous excitability.

Treatment of hyperthyroidism with folk remedies involves the use of persimmon tincture. To do this, squeeze the juice of orange fruits, mix it with alcohol in a ratio of 5: 1 and leave for 24 hours. Drink the finished tincture in 1 tbsp. l. 3 times daily before meals. The course of treatment for excess thyroid hormones lasts about 1 month.

Golden mustache

The plant sap contains quercetin , which has antioxidant properties, is used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases, as the prevention of atherosclerosis. Kaempferol as part of a folk remedy has an anti-inflammatory and tonic effect. Phytosterols lower cholesterol, promote cell renewal and strengthen the walls of blood vessels.

With hyperfunction of the thyroid gland, the golden mustache is used as a general tonic, for example, after surgery. It is prescribed in the form of an alcoholic tincture. To prepare a traditional medicine, take 15-20 joints of a golden mustache, grind, put in a jar and pour 1 liter of vodka. Leave for 2 weeks in a dark place, and when the mixture is infused, strain. Take the finished drug in 20-40 drops, diluted in a tablespoon of water.

Chicory

The plant is rich in vitamins PP and B2, it contains a lot of potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, manganese and selenium. It contains bitter substances ( lactucopicrin ) that improve appetite. Chicory protects the liver and stimulates its detoxification function, which has a beneficial effect on excess thyroid hormones and is used to treat hyperthyroidism.

Folk remedies for the treatment of excessive production of thyroid hormones are prepared from chicory roots. To do this, 10 g of the crushed plant must be poured with 2 cups of boiling water, and then infused over medium heat for 3 minutes. Drink 3 times a day, 70 ml.

Clay

Clay therapy is a method of treating the thyroid gland, known since the time of Avicenna. Clay stimulates blood circulation, acts as a natural adsorbent and a source of minerals; women use it in home cosmetics. In folk medicine, clay compresses are recommended not only for arthritis, but also for other diseases of internal organs, for example, with hyperfunction of the thyroid gland.

To preserve the healing properties of the clay, you cannot cook with metal bowls or spoons. This will affect its chemical composition.

To prepare the compress, take any clay (preferably blue), dilute with water to the consistency of thick sour cream. Apply the clay to a tissue and apply to the thyroid area (front of the neck). Soak the compress for 1 hour, then remove and wipe the skin. To treat the thyroid gland, repeat the procedure 3 times a day for a month.

Ginseng

The root of the plant contains alkaloids, starch, pectins and tannins, vitamin C and group B, phosphorus, sulfur, etc. Ginseng preparations increase efficiency, physical endurance and mental activity, stimulate appetite, and have a beneficial effect on the body in the treatment of thyroid diseases.

In folk medicine, an herbal infusion of ginseng is used to treat thyrotoxicosis. To prepare it, mix 10 g of crushed root, 2/3 cup of flaxseed oil and 200 ml of vodka. Leave the mixture in a dark place for a week. For thyroid treatment, take a 10 ml tincture three times daily before meals.

Walnut

Tincture on walnut partitions is a popular folk remedy. Recommended for thyroid nodules and goiter.

Tincture for the treatment of the thyroid gland is simple to prepare: mix one glass of dried partitions and vodka, leave for a week, then filter and store in a cool place. Drink 1 tbsp daily on an empty stomach. l. in the morning and in the evening. The course of treatment is 3 weeks. By agreement with the endocrinologist, 7 days after the end of the course, a second one can be performed.

Cabbage

Traditional medicine recommends applying a cabbage leaf to the front of the neck as a compress. This method is justified for pain, inflammation and swelling.

For the treatment of the thyroid gland, you should choose leaves at room temperature, which you need to wash and dry, cut off thick veins from them with a knife.

Since the main benefit of the compress lies in the juice, before use, you can make notches on the sheet, crush it with a rolling pin, or process it with a wooden hammer.

Place the prepared sheet on the neck and fix it with a bandage. Keep the cabbage leaves dry, then replace with fresh ones. For convenience, apply a compress at night.

Plantain

Means for the treatment of the thyroid gland based on plantain herb have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antiseptic, blood-purifying, antimicrobial effects.

The plant is recommended to be applied in the form of compresses, which can presumably cure thyroid nodules and goiter. To do this, crush fresh plantain leaves so that they give juice, mix with carrot gruel. The first component is useful for inflammation and induration, the second acts as an antioxidant. Apply the compress 1 to 2 times a week. The course of treatment for hyperthyroidism is 15-20 procedures.

Sparrow

Contains lithospermic acid, which reduces the activity of pituitary thyroid stimulating hormone. This hormone stimulates the secretion of the thyroid gland. By suppressing the hormonal activity of the pituitary gland, lithospermic acid reduces the production of thyroid hormones. It works poorly by itself, and in combination with a European zyuznik, its effect is enhanced.

Traditional medicine suggests combining herbs for hyperthyroidism in a complex. To prepare the broth, take one part of the leaves of the sparrow, hawthorn flowers, sweet clover, cocklebur and 5 parts of the grasshopper . Grind and mix the ingredients thoroughly. 1 tbsp. l. collection, pour a glass of water, put on low heat for 15 minutes, then leave to infuse for half an hour and strain. Add boiled water to 200 ml. Drink the resulting broth 70 ml half an hour before meals. The course of thyroid treatment lasts 2 months.

Cherry

Cherry branches contain astringents, glycosides, catechins, flavonoids and other biologically active compounds. The phytopreparation stimulates immune processes, strengthens the cardiovascular system, has a diuretic effect and lowers blood pressure, tones, invigorates, and eliminates inflammatory processes.

To prepare an infusion of cherry branches and buds for treating the thyroid gland, pour 100 g of raw materials with 0.5 liters of water, put on fire and cook for 30 minutes. Then strain and take 10 ml 3 times daily before meals. In some sources, it is recommended to drink the broth in courses of three days with short breaks.

Zyuznik

The plant is recommended for increased thyroid function, hypoxia against the background of thyrotoxicosis, for nervous disorders and other diseases. In women, it helps to heal female pathologies, helps with breast tumors, for men it is recommended for benign prostatic hyperplasia. The plant has the ability to inhibit the production of thyroxine.

To prepare a medicinal decoction for treating hyperthyroidism, take 1 tsp. grass lycopus and 250 ml of water. Mix, heat and simmer for 5 minutes, then strain. Drink 50 ml 2 times a day.

What herbs are prohibited for hyperthyroidism

In hyperthyroidism, drugs that stimulate the function of the thyroid gland are contraindicated. These include seaweed, kelp (bubble fucus), black walnut, which contain a lot of iodine. Cocklebur , bacopa , flaxseed, which stimulate the production of thyroid hormones , are contraindicated . In case of thyrotoxicosis, each phytopreparation used is subject to careful analysis. Therefore, before using any folk remedy, you should consult with an endocrinologist.