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Top 8 Homeopathic Medicines for treating Weight Gain due to Hypothyroidism

There may be several reasons for weight gain. It may be due to improper diet or unhealthy lifestyle but in many cases, it may arise due to some underlying health problem. Hypothyroidism is one such health issue that is a very common reason behind weight gain. Hypothyroidism means underactive thyroid where thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones normally required in the body for its proper functioning.

Thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck that produces thyroid hormones which control many functions of the body, including metabolism (chemical reaction in the cells of the body that burns food to change it into energy for bodily functions), breathing, weight, heart rate, and digestion process. Reduced production of the thyroid hormones leads to slowing down of body’s function.  One of the results or most of the times the first sign of hypothyroidism is weight gain as body does not burn calories quick enough due to less amount of the thyroid hormones in the body. Weight gain is majorly from build-up of fluid and salt accumulation, in addition to fat accumulation in cases of hypothyroidism. The more severe the hypothyroidism, the more the weight gain. Besides weight gain, other symptoms of hypothyroidism are tiredness, constipation, sensitivity to cold, muscle weakness, sleepiness, joint pains, puffiness of the hands, feet and the face, hair thinning, skin dryness, depressed feeling, reduced sexual interest, heavy menses in females, hoarse voice and numbness/tingling in the hands.

Homeopathic Management

There is great scope in homeopathy to help lose weight in persons who have gained weight as a result of underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Homeopathic medicines help to reduce weight as they improve the natural functioning of the thyroid. It corrects thyroid function by boosting the thyroid gland to produce more hormones thus improving the body’s metabolism. Once the body’s metabolism is regulated and speedened up, it will help in bringing down weight by burning more calories. Along with helping weight reduction, homeopathic medicines also help to manage any associated symptoms mentioned above.

Homeopathic medicines are made of natural substances, hence are very safe to use without any toxic side effects. Weight gain can happen from various causes apart from hypothyroidism, so it is very important to get any case of weight gain evaluated by a doctor and treatment taken accordingly. Homeopathic prescription for weight reduction varies from case to case based on the characteristic individual symptoms. Hence, it is recommended that homeopathic medicines for weight reduction should be taken under supervision of a homeopathic doctor and self-medication be avoided in any case.

Homeopathic Medicines For Weight Gain Due To Hypothyroidism

1. Calcarea Carb – Top Medicine

Calcarea Carb is the topmost medicine to manage weight gain resulting from hypothyroidism. Calcarea Carb helps to improve functioning of thyroid gland and reduce body weight in a natural way. Along with facing problem of increased weight, persons needing it may always feel excessively tired, especially while walking. There is also heightened sensitivity to cold in them. Swelling may be present on the face, hands and feet. Besides, the person may suffer from constipation. Females needing it may have heavy bleeding during menses and prolonged menses as well.

2. Graphites

Graphites is the next well-indicated homeopathic medicine to help reduce weight in persons suffering from hypothyroidism. They may have some other issues as well associated with underactive thyroid. These include rough and dry skin, constipation with hard and difficult stool and abdominal bloating along with gas. They may also be depressed, with a constantly sad feeling with frequent weeping spells. Females needing it might suffer from irregularity in menstrual periods with swelling in upper and the lower limbs. They may also feel numbness and crawling sensation in the limbs. They may feel chilly with cold hands and feet.

3. Thyroidinum

Thyroidinum is also a wonderful choice of medicine to improve thyroid functioning and manage weight gain. In persons needing it there is puffiness in the body and excessive fatigue from slight exertion. They may suffer from muscle weakness as well. Tingling sensation may be felt in the limbs. Besides, there may be increased sensitivity to cold, irritability, weak memory and dry skin. The appetite increases and the person always needs something to eat. There is a craving for sweets particularly.

4. Sepia

This medicine is suitable for females especially those around the age of menopause. It helps in shedding weight by stimulating thyroid functioning. Females needing it have an oversensitivity to cold feeling chilly even in a warm room. They complain of constipation with hard stool passed in the form of small balls. They may have heavy menses and decreased sexual desire. The person feels irritable, depressed, sad with frequent weeping spells and an aversion to doing any kind of work.

5. Fucus Vesiculosus

This natural medicine is very useful to reduce weight due to hypothyroidism. It is beneficial when a person has gained excessive weight due to hypothyroidism along with thyroid gland enlargement (goiter). There is intense weakness and constipation along with excessive gas in abdomen. In females needing it, there may be a tendency of heavy menstrual bleeding of bright red colour.

6. Kali Carb

This medicine is well indicated for weight gain and intolerance to cold with constant feeling of chill. The hands and feet remain cold, along with weakness in the muscles. There is baggy swelling between eyebrows and the upper eyelids as well as under the eyes. There is puffiness on the face in the morning.

7. Lycopodium

Lycopodium is an effective medicine for those who have gained weight with the upper body being fat but thin legs. In persons needing it, the limbs remain cold and numb. They may complain of hair thinning and hair fall as well. There is dryness of skin especially in the palms of hands. Gastric issues like increased gas production and bloated abdomen soon after eating may be felt where this medicine is required.

8. Phytolacca

Phytolacca is a general natural remedy quite helpful in managing weight gain arising from various causes. Those who need this medicine are obese and also suffer great exhaustion and general body aches. Entire body feels lame and sore. Abnormally hard and painful nodes may be seen in different parts of the body.

 

 

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Top 5 Natural Homeopathic Remedies for Hypothyroidism

Homeopathic remedies for Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism or underactive thyroid is a condition in which thyroid gland does not produce sufficient amounts of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4) required in the body. Thyroid is a two-lobed butterfly-shaped gland in the neck. It produces thyroid hormones which regulate body metabolism or simply put regulate how the body uses energy. When thyroid hormones are not produced in enough quantity, the body’s functions tend to slow down.

Top Homeopathic Remedies for Hypothyroidism

The top five medicines for treating hypothyroidism are Thyroidinum, Calcarea Carbonica, Natrum Mur, Sepia Officinalis and Graphites.

1. Thyroidinum – top-grade medicine for hypothyroidism

Thyroidinum is known to stimulate the functioning of thyroid gland. It is suitable for persons who have a puffy face and complain of weight gain. They get tired easily and want to lie down all the time. They are over-sensitive to cold and their hands and feet remain cold. Thyroidinum also addresses skin problems arising out of an underactive thyroid. Here, it especially helps persons with extremely dry skin. Irritability, weak memory, and tingling sensation are some of the other complaints that can be redressed with this medicine.

 Key indicating features

1. puffy face, weight gain and tiredness all the time

2. skin problems due to underactive thyroid

Calcarea Carbonica

Calcarea Carbonica is the next most important medicine used very frequently in cases of hypothyroidism. Its use is highly recommended when there is excessive weight gain as a consequence of thyroid issues. Next, it is prominently recommended when there is increased sensitivity to cold.  It also works well when there is marked weakness, which gets worse while walking or climbing upstairs. This medicine can also help in relieving constipation in hypothyroid patients – the peculiar feature needing it is that initially, stool is hard followed by soft stool.

This medicine proves to be very efficacious in women with hypothyroidism who suffer from very profuse menses that continue for a long duration and occur earlier than the expected date. Feet remain cold during menstrual periods.

Key indicating features

1. Excessive weight gain and increased sensitivity to cold

2. Constipation – first part of stool hard followed by normal stool

3 . Heavy, prolonged menses

3. Natrum Mur

It proves effective in managing certain specific complaints linked with hypothyroidism. Firstly, it manages depression. Those needing it have marked sadness and weep often. Secondly, it is a very good medicine for dealing with hair thinning and hair fall in persons suffering from hypothyroidism.

Thirdly, it can be given when there is frequent exhaustion. There is tiredness and a sleepy feeling all the time. Weakness is felt more in the morning while in bed. Its use can also be considered to manage numbness and tingling sensation in fingers. Hands and feet remain cold in cases needing it. Lastly, it works well in managing the dryness of skin.

Key indicating features

1. depression with weeping bouts, and persistent weakness

2. hair thinning and hair fall

4. Sepia Officinalis

The patients requiring this medicine are very weak, have a pale yellow face, and extremely sensitive to cold. They feel cold even in a warm room. This medicine can help in treating menstrual complaints in patients with hypothyroidism where menses are too early and are heavy. The patient feels as if the pelvic organs will come out through the vulva, therefore always sit cross-legged. The use of Sepia is also recommended for women with low libido (decreased sexual desire). The medicine is effective in treating constipation in hypothyroid patients. The patients requiring this medicine complain of very hard and difficult stool that is passed as small balls with excessive pain that continues for a long time after passing stool.

 Key indicating features

1. extreme sensitivity to cold

2. menstrual problems, mainly early and heavy menses; low libido

5. Graphites

Graphites is mainly recommended for those patients with hypothyroidism who are very obese and over-sensitive to cold. It can also be administered to treat persistent constipation where the stool is hard and passes with great difficulty in lumps. There is a feeling of fullness in the abdomen due to gas. Persons requiring this medicine are very depressed, sad and start crying without any reason. Skin complaints, prominently dry rough skin, can be wonderfully managed with this medicine.

Key indicating features

1. obesity, oversensitivity to cold and dry rough skin

2. constipation

How to use these medicines?

The medicines to be taken from the above-mentioned list will vary from person to person after detailed study of case history and symptoms exhibited. These medicines can be used in different potencies. The potency and frequency of medicine varies from case to case as per the age, prominent symptoms, as well as thyroid hormone levels evaluated by a blood test. So it is advised to avoid self-prescription. Consider the use of any of these medicines after proper case evaluation from a homeopathic expert.

What are its signs and symptoms?

Symptoms may not be noticeable in the early stages of hypothyroidism. With the progression of the condition, symptoms start showing up. The early and most common signs and symptoms include weight gain (obesity), fatigue (tiredness), and increased sensitivity to cold.  Other symptoms include muscle weakness, stiffness or swelling, muscle/joint pains, and constipation. Other indications include puffiness on the face, hands and feet. Thinning of hair, dry hair, and brittle fingernails may be noted. Slow heart rate and movements, elevated cholesterol levels, sleepiness, skin dryness, and decreased sweating may be present. In females, heavy menses is reported. Feeling depressed, impaired memory, decreased sexual interest, numbness and tingling sensation in hands, and low and hoarse voice are the other symptoms.

What causes Hypothyroidism?

Various causes can be attributed to hypothyroidism which are as follows:

1. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis: It is the most common cause of hypothyroidism. It is an autoimmune disorder (infection-fighting cells of body begin to destroy the body’s own healthy tissues out of a misdirected response). Inflammation develops in immune cells which damages the thyroid gland by mistake and hampers its functioning. What triggers such a response is not clear, genetic factors seem to play a role in it. A person having a family history of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is at risk.

2.Thyroiditis: It refers to the inflammation of thyroid gland. It can result from an infection caused by a virus or bacteria; can be an autoimmune process or an after-effect of childbirth (postpartum thyroiditis).

3. Hyper response to hyperthyroidism treatment, Radiation therapy and Thyroid surgery: People who receive anti-thyroid medicines or radioactive iodine treatment (it destroys thyroid cells) for hyperthyroidism may go on developing hypothyroidism with decreased production of thyroid hormones over a period of time. The thyroid gland may also be affected in those who undergo radiation therapy for the treatment of cancer of the head or neck. It slows down the production of thyroid hormones, ending up in hypothyroidism. A person who has undergone surgical removal of thyroid for some reasons (like goiter, hyperthyroidism, thyroid nodules, etc.) may also develop hypothyroidism.

4. Iodine deficiency and use of certain medications

Iodine is a mineral required for making thyroid hormones. If a person does not have enough iodine in the body, it can result in hypothyroidism. There are certain medications like lithium, interferon alpha and interleukin that can hinder thyroid hormone production.

5. Pituitary disorder

If pituitary gland is unable to produce TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) due to some reasons, like pituitary surgery, pituitary tumors, then hypothyroidism may result, though this cause is rare.

6. Congenital hypothyroidism

In this case, the functioning of thyroid gland is not proper right from birth. At birth, babies with congenital hypothyroidism appear normal, and later mental and physical growth gets hampered. New-borns can be screened for hypothyroidism as a preventive measure.

Homeopathic management of Hypothyroidism

Natural homeopathic remedies for hypothyroidism are useful for people who want to avoid the side effects of allopathic drugs. These are highly effective in mild to moderate cases of hypothyroidism. The required medicine has to be selected from a wide range of medicines. The medicine to be taken will depend entirely on the symptoms described by the patient. Homeopathic medicine mainly targets improving the function of the thyroid gland, and giving symptomatic relief to the patient.

What are the risk factors?

Though anyone can develop hypothyroidism, certain factors increase the risk, like women above 60 years of age; a family history of thyroid disorders; autoimmune disorders (like type 1 diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren’s syndrome); history of thyroid surgery; treatment with anti-thyroid medicine or radioactive iodine; pregnancy.

Complications arising out of hypothyroidism

If left untreated, hypothyroidism can lead to the following complications:

1. mental health problems including depression, anxiety, slow mental functioning

2. goiter (enlargement of thyroid gland); trouble in breathing, and heart problems

3. pain, numbness and tingling sensation in different body parts due to damage to peripheral nerves; joint pains; carpal tunnel syndrome (syndrome caused by numbness, tingling, weakness in fingers due to compression of the median nerve)

4. infertility issues

5. myxoedema coma with symptoms of extreme intolerance to cold, drowsiness, weakness, lethargy, difficulty in breathing, and confusion that leads to unconsciousness. It is a medical emergency needing urgent treatment.

6. increased risk of preeclampsia (a dangerous condition characterized by very high blood pressure during pregnancy with retention of fluid and protein in urine), and anemia during pregnancy. Increased risk of birth defects and developmental problems in babies borne by women having untreated hypothyroidism.

 

 

 

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Homeopathic Remedies for Hyperthyroidism, Goitre and Graves Disease

Homeopathic Remedies for HyperthyroidisM

Thyroid is a gland in the front of the neck that controls metabolism, or how the body turns food into energy and also affects the heart, muscles, bones and cholesterol. Hyperthyroidism is a medical condition in which the thyroid gland is overactive and produces thyroid hormones in excess. The main cause of Hyperthyroidism is Grave’s Disease. Grave’s Disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the antibodies are produced by the immune system against its own tissue and attack the thyroid gland, resulting in excessive production of thyroid hormones. This leads to Hyperthyroidism. The symptoms may include quick loss of weight, fast hearbeat, sweating profusely, and feeling moody. Homeopathic remedies for Hyperthyroidism are completely safe and strike at the root cause of Hyperthyroidism.

Top Homeopathic Remedies for Hyperthyroidism

1. Lodium: For Hyperthyroidism with quick weight loss

Lodium is one of the best natural medicines for treating Hyperthyroidism. This remedy is mainly prescribed for patients of Hyperthyroidism who lose weight quickly despite having a good appetite. Such patients need something to eat at very short intervals and always feel better while eating. Feeling excessive heat in body and wanting to stay in a cool environment are the other symptoms. Mentally the person is very anxious about present issues and not about future.  Lodium also works very well in relieving Hyperthyroid patients from excessive palpitations which get worse from even slight exertion. Extreme weakness is a common symptom described by patients and the weakness is mainly felt on going upstairs.

2. Natrum Muriaticum: For Hyperthyroidism with Irritability

Natrum Muriaticum is a natural medicine used for treating Hyperthyroidism mainly for patients who are irritated very easily and get upset over little things. The person remains depressed with weeping when alone and it always gets aggravated when someone tries to console. The persons requiring this medicine feel very hot and cannot bear the heat of sun. They suffer from severe headaches when exposed to sun. An unusual craving for salt in excess is always present in a person who is recommended this medicine. Another important symptom guiding towards using remedy NatrumMuriaticum is when a Hyperthyroid patient keeps on losing weight despite having regular and proper meals. The person looks very weak, especially around the neck region. The patient feels very weak especially in morning when in bed. The heart rate always remains on the higher side. This natural medicine can also help in regularising the menstrual cycle in women with Hyperthyroidism whose menses remain suppressed for too long.

3. Lachesis Mutus: For Hyperthyroidism with extreme heat

Lachesis Mutus is of great help for patients of Hyperthyroidism who suffer from the sensation of the body feeling extremely hot. Such patients cannot wear tight clothes and always keep their collars around the neck and the belt around the waist loose. For the prescription of this natural medicine, the mental symptoms that are usually considered are sadness with an aversion to do any kind of work. The person does not wish to mix up and wants to go somewhere alone. Excessive talkativeness is a leading mind symptom for the use of Lachesis Mutus. It is also the remedy for women of menopause age suffering from Hyperthyroidism. The women complain of excessive hot flushes and palpitations. The menstrual flow is very less and the duration is also short. Feeling of wellness during menses is an important feature for its use in women. Another leading feature is complaint of pounding of heart or palpitations with episodes of fainting. Worsening of the condition during sleep is a prominent symptom for the use of this medicine in Hyperthyroid patients.

4. Phosphorus: For Hyperthyroidism with extreme Sensitivity, Hairfall

Phosphorus is another top natural medicine for treatment of Hyperthyroidism. This remedy is of great help for tall and thin patients who are very sensitive to external impressions like touch, odour, light. This medicine can be used for treating longstanding diarrhoea in patients of Hyperthyroidism. The patient complains of very profuse and offensive stool with weakness of extreme degree. Appetite of such persons increases and they feel hungry immediately after eating. Another sphere where this medicine proves to be useful in patients of Hyperthyroidism is in controlling excessive hairfall where the patient complains of falling of hair in bunches. Certain peculiar eating habits also give a hint in using this medicine in Hyperthyroid patients like a craving for meat, salty things, cold drinks and ice creams.

5. Conium Maculatum: For Hyperthyroidism with depression

Conium Maculatum is a very beneficial natural remedy for patients of Hyperthyroidism who are very depressed and donot take any interest in work. The patient gets irritated easily and suffers from weakness of memory. This medicine works well for patients who experience trembling in hands along with perspiration on hands. Conium Maculatum is also a useful cure for menstrual problems faced by women due to Hyperthyroidism where the menses appear late and that too for a  short time and are very scanty in nature.

Other Important Remedies

1. For Hyperthyroidism with Weightloss

Lodum, Natrum Muriaticum and Lycopodium Clavatum are natural remedies for overactive thyroid and are of great help to deal with the problem of weightloss in a patient of Hyperthyroidism. Lodum is also prescribed for patients who have an increased appetite and need something to eat every hour but still keep on losing weight. This is because of the increased metabolic rate due to excess thyroid hormones circulating in the blood. Such patients also feel extremely hot and always desire to stay in a cool place. Natrum Muriaticum is ideal for anaemic persons who look weak and emaciated. They also go on losing flesh even if they are taking a good diet. The emaciation is mainly noted in neck region. The person requiring this medicine craves for extra salt in diet. Lycopodium Clavatum can help those patients in whom the emaciation due to weight loss is most marked in upper part of body as compared to lower part. Usually such patients have a craving for warm drinks and sweets.

2. For Heat Intolerance in Patients of Hyperthyroidism

The prescription for dealing with heat intolerance depends upon the totality of symptoms given by the patient and not on a single symptom. The natural remedies for overactive thyroid that can help in such conditions are Sulphur, Pulsatilla Pratensis and Lachesis Mutus. Sulphur is a top medicine for treating heat intolerance in patients of Hyperthyroidism. The patients requiring Sulphur feel excessively hot mainly at the top of head and soles of feet. Such patients feel the need to put their feet out of the blanket due to intensive heat in the feet at night during sleep. An excessive craving for sweets may be present in patients in whom Sulphur is prescribed. Pulsatilla Pratensis is the remedy for patients who cannot tolerate excessive heat and always need cool open air to get relief. Absolute absence of thirst for water is an important symptom guiding towards its use. Mentally, the patient requiring Pulsatilla is of a mild nature and weeps frequently atthe slightest instance. Lachesis Mutus is the natural medicine for patients of Hyperthyroidism who experience heat flushes and cannot wear tight clothes. They always keep the neck collars and belt around the waist very loose.

3. For menstrual troubles in women with Hyperthyroidism

Pulsatilla Pratensis is the top natural medicine to correct the menstrual irregularities in women suffering from Hyperthyroidism. This medicine is mainly given where the menses remain suppressed for long and if the menses are very scanty, along with severe pain in the uterus that makes the patient cry out. Women needing Pulsatilla usually crave for fatty food and have an absolute absence of thirst for water. Sepia Officinalis is also a very beneficial medicine for treating menstrual problems where the menses remain for a very short time, that too with slight bleeding. The presence of bearing down pains in uterus as if the pelvic organs are about to come out along with menstrual irregularities is an important symptom for this remedy.

4. For Diarrhea in patients of Hyperthyroidism

Phosphorus, Aloe Socotrina and Sulphur are very good natural remedies to treat diarrhea in Hyperthyroid patients. Phosphorus is mainly given where the stool is excessive and offensive, along with extreme weakness. An excessive desire for cold drinks and ice creams is always present in patients needing Phosphorus.  Aloe Socotrina is a natural remedy for patients who have to rush to the toilet to pass stool immediately after eating or drinking anything. And Sulphur is the preferred treatment for diarrhea that is worse in the morning. The patients requiring Sulphur suffer from excessive heat in body and like sweets in diet.

5. For Palpitations and Increase in Heart Rate in Hyperthyroid Patients

Both Lycopus Virginicus and Lodum are excellent natural remedies to control palpitations and Tachycardia or increase in heart rate in Hyperthyroid patients. Lycopus Virginicus can help in cases where the pulse is very rapid and palpitations are felt due to nervous irritation. Lodum can help to control the palpitations when they get worse from least exertion.

6. Natural Medicines for Goitre

The enlargement of thyroid gland is referred to as Goitre. Homeopathy has a wide range of natural medicines to treat Goitre cases. The selection of the medicine depends solely on the constitutional symptoms given by the patients.  Lachesis Mutus, Lycopodium Clavatum, Spongia Tosta, Calcarea Lodata and Fucus Vesiculosus are of great help in treating goitre cases. Lachesis Mutus works very well when the Goitre is left-sided. Patients requiring this medicine have difficulty in swallowing liquids while the solid food is swallowed easily. They also feel very hot. Lycopodium Clavatum is a remedy for swelling of thyroid gland on the right side. Spongia Tosta is recommended as a remedy if the thyroid gland is much enlarged, causing suffocating spells at night.Calcarea Lodata is used for thyroid enlargements occurring around puberty. Fucus Vesiculosus is the remedy for Goitre in obese people.

7. Natural Medicines for Grave’s Disease

There are several efficient medicines to treat the patients of Grave’s Disease. For treating Grave’s Disease, a proper case study of the patient is required. Then follows a proper evaluation of the symptoms to select the ideal natural medicine to cure Grave’s Disease. Lodum is mainly prescribed where the patient feels excessively hot and suffers from violent heart palpitations from even a slight exertion. An increased appetite where the patient feels the need to eat at very short intervals but still goes on losing weight is a very prominent symptom for this medicine use. Lycopus Virginicus is also of great help in the treatment of Grave’s Disease. The patients requiring this natural medicine have protruding eyeballs. They also suffer from pounding of heart or palpitations from nervous irritation with an oppressed feeling in chest on the left side. The heart rate also goes up because of increased thyroid hormones circulating in the blood.

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