Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland is under active and doesn’t produce the correct amounts of hormone. It is one of the most common thyroid disorders and symptoms include tiredness, weight gain, hair loss, dry skin, puffy facial features and intolerance to cold. If left untreated there is a danger of the person developing diabetes, depression, migraine, arthritis and high blood pressure.
Here are some popular alternative therapies for treating this illness:
Acupuncture
This is a Traditional Chinese Medicine practice and can be used to treat most illnesses effectively including hypothyroidism. Acupuncture involves the parts of the anatomy that are linked to the peripheral nerves being pierced with fine needles. The aim is to reduce any pain and treatment is carried out long term with herbal remedies to support it.
Ayurveda
The Ayurveda approach to health involves the practice of meditation, yoga and body work along with the use of nutritional therapy, herbs and aromatic oils. The aim is to develop balance in the body by healing stress in the mind and the body.
Naturopathy
Naturopathy is another ancient medical healing form. Naturopaths use a variety of methods to balance the body including homeopathy, acupuncture, nutritional therapy, herbal remedies and body work.
Nutrition Therapy
This therapy focuses on the link between food, metabolism and our health. A plan of certain foods, supplements and vitamins are developed by the nutritionist that is designed to prevent illness and create cure in those already diseased.