The thyroid gland is one of the most vital aspects of the human body.
Many vital bodily functions that we take for granted are governed by the thyroid gland.
Organ function, growth and development, metabolism, fertility and even body temperature are controlled and regulated by the thyroid.
It is easy to see why a properly functioning thyroid is paramount to good health.
The thyroid produces two hormones, tri-iodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4).
These two hormones are what determine the metabolic rate, which determines how quickly (or slowly) your organs work.
An improperly functioning thyroid can cause weight gain, decreased sex drive, depression, and many other serious side effects.
Herbal thyroid remedies have seen increased popularity in recent years, as a result of prescription drugs causing undesirable side effects such as vomiting, headaches, cramps and fevers.
The advances in herbal remedies for the thyroid gland have lead to some very exciting new ingredients, some of which have been used for thousands of years as natural remedies.
Below is a list of what you will find in thyroid gland remedies.
1) Fucus vesiculosis: Bladderwack is a sea vegetable that happens to be an excellent source of iodine.
Iodine is a prime source for the tri-iodothyronine and thyroxine hormones.
Bladderwack has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine.
2) Avena sativa: Green oats contain various substances such as saponins, minerals, alkaloids, and vitamins B1, B2, D and E, among others.
Green oats are believed to be responsible for improving your bodies sexual functions.
3) Coleus forskohlii: Clinical studies have demonstrated that coleus forskohlii may assist with thyroid hormone secretion.