HPYOTHYROIDISM

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which too much thyroid hormone is produced. The metabolism
speeds up and causes chemical reactions in the body speeds up. People who are hyperthyroid tend to
lose weight because theirs body metabolic rate is faster then normal.

In the bodys effort to compensate for burning fuel( food ) faster, the appetite and,
consequently, food intake, increases. If the consumption does not keep up with the increased
metabolism weight loss occurs.

Reference in Charaka Chikista Sthana(14/221-223)Says:-

As a burning fire is extinguished by water, similarly the Atyangni should be pacified with
heavy, unctuous, cold, sweet and slimmy food drinks.

The food should be healthy, rich in protein and other supplements otherwise patient will
suffer from more weight loss and weakness
Pathya Apathya
Dhanya Jeerna Lohita shali, Yava maize, land pearl millet
Mudga Lima beans, soya
Shaka Varga Patola, Rakta shigru, Kathillaka, Salinca goitrogenic foods such as
saka, Vetagra, beetroot, radish, parsley,
potatoes, cabbage, Brussels sprouts,
broccoli, cauliflower, sweet
potatoes,
Fruits bananas
OTHERS salted confectioneries, chips and
pickles ,salted confectioneries,
chips and pickles
Hot beverages Hot water Avoid caffeine drinks

Purana Ghrita pana, Jeerna Lohita shali,,, , Ruksha Katu Dravya, Deepana dravya and drugs
like Guggulu and Shilajatu.