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Often attributed to increased physical activity,
patients affected with thyroid abnormalities should go for complete rest with proper dietary routine and relaxation.Certain relaxation techniques pertaining to 'yoga' and 'pranayam' serve to restore the balanced functioning of thyroid glands.
Certain food items containing preservatives, white flour products and stuffs high on sugar should be avoided by thyroid patients.
Food rich in Vitamin A such as ---pumpkin, green leafy vegetables and carrots add to the balanced functioning of thyroid gland. 
Diet should consist of sufficient amount of fruits,
sprouts and vegetables. Carbohydrates other than those contained by potatoes and whole wheat products should be avoided. Cakes, pastries, sweets and other calorie rich items should be avoided.
Walnut which is rich in iodine and magnesium contributes to the balanced functioning of thyroid gland.
'Kelp' an iodine enriched sea weed belonging to the genus of algae is beneficial for both forms of thyroid malfunctioning.
The sea weed can be used as an item of garnish as well as one for flavoring soups and salads.Like 'kelp'- Irish moss is also helpful for thyroid functioning.Another weed by the name of 'sushi' is also helpful from the point of view of hypothyroidism. The iodine content of the weed contributes to restoring the imbalance caused on account of hypothyroidism.Regular consumption of coconut oil added to milk, with two spoons being added to a cup of milk is another home remedy geared to the rectification of thyroid functioning.
As part of rectification of thyroid functioning with natural remedies; sometimes the affected persons are advised to go on a juice based fast. This is done with the purpose of cleaning the system. Thus his diet then may consist of fruits juices such as apple, grapes and pineapples being served after every three to four hours.
After five days of being on juice; he may be advised to include milk in his diet. There after he can go for proper balanced meals with insistence on fruits and vegetables.It is advisable that a person afflicted with thyroid malfunctioning should go for salads made out of sprouts, cucumber and carrot. Cucumber is very effective for patients diagnosed with goiter- a disease resulting from hypothyroidism.
Besides including whole wheat as part of the carbohydrate consumption; if one is unable to avoid rice; the unpolished variety of rice should be included.
But it is advisable to have it limited to once a day.Herbal tea with ginger is also beneficial for thyroid functioning. In fact, beverages including coffee, tea, carbonated drinks and alcohols should be avoided by patients afflicted with thyroid disorders. In its place herbal tea may be an alternative option.
Barley and oats are also some of the healthy options for patients afflicted with thyroid functioning.
Watercress with its enriched iodine content is also beneficial for thyroid malfunctioning.
Regular consumption of water reed and lotus stem is also beneficial for thyroid functioning.
For patients afflicted with goiter, exhibiting swelling around their neck; dandelion leaves with a touch of clarified butter may be wrapped around the affected region.
Very important Point :
Drop the cell phone
We already know about the connection between cell
phones and brain tumors. But this little radiation
machine that you hold up to your ear is awfully close to
your thyroid gland as well. A good alternative is to get a
headset to use while speaking on the phone.
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