Ayurvedic Treatment Methods for HypoThyroidism

Hashimoto thyroiditis is an auto immune disease in which the body’s immune system works against its own tissues. This leads to hypothyroidism where the thyroid gland does not secrete enough hormones needed for the body. This can lead to hypothyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid does not make enough hormones for the body's needs.There is also gradual loss of thyroid function which is accompanied by enlarged thyroid gland,which is also known as goitre .This is commonly seen in women aged between 30-50yrs of age.But rarely in men.The exact cause is unknown.It may be also caused due to genetics. FUNCTIONS OF THYROID GLAND:- The thyroid gland produces hormones that controls and regulates proper metabolism. It also regulates body temperature, Controls heart rate. HORMONES PRODUCED BY THE THYROID GLAND. The hormones secreted by thyroid gland are thyroxine(T4)and triiodothyronine(T3) which play an important role in the above functions. These two hormones a