A good home remedy to help alleviate the symptoms of hypothyroidism may be the bodelha, which is a type of kelp that helps regulate the functioning of the thyroid. This seaweed can be found in natural products stores in the form of capsules. Learn more details of this seaweed by clicking here.
When hypotheireoidism is autoimmune, which happens in about 80% of cases, detoxifying herbs can also be used, which eliminate toxins and favor the improvement of metabolism, such as dandelion, gentian, sorrel, mackerel, centella asiatica, St. John's wort and ginseng.
Here's how to prepare and use each of these plants:
1. Dandelion tea
Dandelion is a medicinal plant that acts under the nervous system and improves well-being, reducing symptoms such as tiredness or difficulty concentrating, for example.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of Dandelion leaves;
- 1 cup boiling water.
Method of preparation
Place the leaves inside the cup and let stand for 3 minutes. Coe and take warm 2 times a day.
2. Tea of geniciana
This is a plant that has a strong tonic action, in addition to improving the disposition, allowing to combat the symptoms associated with hypothyroidism. In this way, this tea is a good option to complete medical treatment and improve well-being.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of Gentian leaves;
- 1 cup boiling water.
Method of preparation
Add the ingredients, let it stand for 5 minutes and then strain. Drink this tea 1 to 2 times a day.
3. Sour tea
Sourdough, also known as Vinegar, is a plant that has a strong stimulating property and is therefore capable of increasing metabolism, counteracting the effects of hypothyroidism.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water;
- 1 teaspoon dried leaves of Azedinha.
Method of preparation
Put the sour leaves in the cup of boiling water, cover and let stand for about 3 minutes. Then strain the mixture and drink 2 to 3 times a day, as needed.
4. Asian sparkling tea
This tea is great for improving circulation and therefore acts as a tonic, increasing metabolism and reducing the symptoms of fatigue typical of hypothyroidism. In addition, Asian centella also helps to improve memory and increase concentration.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon of Asian Centella;
- 1 cup of water.
Method of preparation
Put the water to a boil and as soon as it starts to bubble, put the leaves and turn off the heat. Cover, let stand for 3 to 5 minutes and then strain and drink 2 to 3 times a day.
5. Ginseng tea
Ginseng is one of the best natural stimulants, treating fatigue, lack of concentration and mental fatigue. In this way, it can be used during the treatment of hypothyroidism to improve all its symptoms more quickly.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water;
- 1 teaspoon of Ginseng.
Method of preparation
Add the ingredients, cover the cup and let stand for 5 minutes. Then strain and drink still warm up to 2 times a day.
Other home options
Another excellent way to ensure thyroid health is to eat a Brazilian nut per day that has enough selenium and zinc for hormone production. In addition, ingesting iodine-rich alimenes with seafood and fish is also healthy for the proper functioning of the thyroid. Learn more about what to eat to regulate the thyroid and ensure that it stays regulated for quite a while.
Watch the following video to learn how daily food can help.