About Goitre
Goitre is a condition in which swelling of the neck occurs due to enlargement of the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is located at the base of our neck. This gland produces thyroid hormone which helps to regulate the metabolism of our body.
Symptoms of Goitre
- Swelling at the base of the neck is the main symptom of Goitre.
- Coughing, hoarseness.
- Difficulty in swallowing and breathing.
- Tight feeling in throat.
Causes of Goitre
- Iodine is necessary for the production of thyroid hormones and hence its deficiency causes Goitre.
- Graves’ disease: It is a condition in which antibodies which are produced by our immune system attacks thyroid gland and leads to excess thyroxin production. This condition is also known as Hyperthyroidism.
- Hashimoto’s disease: It is a condition in which thyroid produces too little thyroxin and this condition is also known as Hypothyroidism.
- Pregnancy and menopause in women may cause Goitre. Thyroid cancer may result in Goitre.
- Development of nodules in both sides of neck leads to Goitre and this condition is called as Multinodular Goitre.
- Solitary thyroid nodules are another condition that can lead to Goitre. In this condition, single nodule develops in one part of our thyroid gland and most of these nodules are non-cancerous.
- Family history may cause Goitre. Certain medications increase the risk of developing Goitre.
Role of Diet in Goitre
Healthy diet is not only required for healthy thyroid, but for the overall health of the body. Foods that are prepared by using iodized salts only should be included in the diet to manage the symptoms of Goitre. Milk is one of an important diet for Goitre. Food such as old rice, barley, Moong dal, cucumber, dairy products should be taken in the diet. Onions, egg yolks, citrus fruits and oats are good for Goitre. These help in reducing the swelling of the neck. Avoid sour and heavy foods as much as possible.
Goitre in Ayurveda
Goitre is known as “Galaganda” in Ayurveda. According to Ayurveda, Goitre is caused by vitiation of Kapha and Pitta doshas.
Herbal Remedies for Goitre by Planet Ayurveda
Planet Ayurveda provides “Hypothyroid Care Pack” for a healthy thyroid. This pack contains 4 products in it. All these products are free from chemicals, additives, and preservatives and hence free from side effects. These are safe to use. These are 100 percent pure, natural and vegetarian. These are formulated by MD Ayurveda doctors.
1. Gotukola Capsules
Gotukola capsules of Planet Ayurveda are prepared by standardized extracts of Gotukola (Centella asiatica) in it. Centella asiatica is a plant which is widely present in India, Srilanka, Australia, Japan and China. This plant grows in shady, marshy or moist places. This plant is also known as Mandookparni.
Pack size – Each bottle contains 60 capsules in it.
Dosage – 2 capsules, two times a day, with warm water, after meals.
2. Chanderprabha Vati
The Chanderprabha vati of Planet Ayurveda contains the blend of 37 ingredients in it. Shilajit (Asphaltum) and Guggul (Commiphora mukul) are the two main ingredients in it.
Pack size – Each bottle contains 120 tablets in it.
Dosage – 2 tablets, two times a day, with warm water, after meals.
3. Guggulipid Capsules
Guggulipid capsules contain the pure standardized extract of Guggul (Commiphora mukul) in it. This extract has been used in Ayurveda since ancient times. These capsules are good for the overall health of the body.
Pack size – Each bottle contains 60 capsules in it.
Dosage – 2 capsules, two times a day, with warm water, after meals.
4. Hakam Churna
Hakma churna of Planet Ayurveda contains the 4 ingredients in it. These ingredients include Chandershoor (Lepidium sativum), Kalonji (Nigella sativa), Methi (fenugreek) (Trigonella foenum graecum) and Ajwain (Trachyspermum ammi).
Pack size – Each bottle contains 100 g powder in it.
Dosage – 1 teaspoonful, two times a day, with warm water, after meals.
To buy Hypothyroid Care Pack, please visit store.planetayurveda.com/products/hypothyroid-care-pack
