| Hyperthyroidism (over activity of the thyroid gland) is | | | | If you suffer from this condition you must limit nicotine, |
| where the gland is producing excessive amounts of | | | | alcohol and caffeine (found in tea, coffee, colas and |
| the two main thyroid hormones. The result is that | | | | plain chocolate). Doing this will reduce the symptoms |
| many of the body's processes such as the heart rate | | | | as they can all raise the metabolic rate. Vital is your |
| speed up. It tends to run in families and the condition is | | | | diet. You should have a nutrient rich diet daily. Iodine rich |
| more common in women than in men. | | | | foods may help. Avoid foods such as raw cabbage, |
| Weight loss, fatigue, increased appetite, irritability, goiter, | | | | turnips and swedes as they inhibit the body's ability to |
| sweating, sensitivity to heat and bulging eyes are all | | | | use iodine in the production of thyroid hormones. |
| symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Because of the | | | | To replace muscle tissue that has been lost you will |
| increase in the metabolic rate of people with this | | | | need additional protein in the form of fish and eggs for |
| condition they burn calories and use vital nutrients | | | | example. Essential for the metabolism of extra |
| much faster than normal. | | | | carbohydrates and protein is ample intake of vitamin B. |
| A swollen neck due to an enlargement of the thyroid | | | | This can be found in whole grains, potatoes and diary |
| gland is known as goiter. The swelling is usually soft | | | | products. |
| although it may be hard and lumpy. It will most times be | | | | Natural hyperthyroidism treatment will enable you to |
| accompanied by some of the various symptoms | | | | feel healthy fast and resume living with no stress and |
| described above. | | | | no surgery. |
| Natural Hyperthyroidism Treatment | | | | |