There are different kinds of goiters. A simple
goiter normally happens when the thyroid gland is not able to produce
enough thyroid hormone to meet the body's requirements which is called
hypothyroidism. The thyroid gland
adjusts by enlarging, which usually overcomes mild deficiencies of
thyroid hormone. Symptoms may include: thyroid enlargement
varying from a small nodule to large neck lump, breathing problems,
coughing or wheezing, swallowing problems, neck vein distention,
and dizziness when raising the arms over the head. . ..more
| Nutrient /
Supplement |
Importance
( 1 - 10 ) |
Helpful notes |
| Multi-vitamin
& Mineral supplement |
10 |
contains vitamin
B, vitamin E,
vitamin C, and zinc
which all are helpful for goiters and hyperthyroidism and thyroid problems. A
daily supplement's nutrients are required for general good health and well being. |
| vitamin B |
10 |
vitamin B complex helps to improve cellular
oxygenation, strengthens immune system, improves digestion,
increases red blood cell formation, and thyroid function. |
| Thiamine |
10 |
vitamin B1 is required for blood
formation and aids with energy levels |
| Riboflavin |
10 |
vitamin B2 is needed for normal
operation of cells, organs, and glands in the body. |
| Pyridoxine |
10 |
vitamin B6 enzymes are activated
by it and it is needed for antibody production to help the
immune system. |
| Essential
fatty acids |
10 |
helpful in repair of body tissues,
aids in healing, restores proper fatty acid balance, needed
for healthy functioning of the thyroid gland. Fatty acids
are found in omega
fatty acids from fish oil, flax seed oil, and
borage seed oil. |
| Lecithin |
9 |
Aids in digestion of fats and it
also protects the lining of all the body organs and cells.
|
| vitamin C |
9 |
needed for immune function in the
human body
|
| selenium |
8 |
mineral with antioxidant
properties that helps immune function
|
| Bioflavonoids |
9 |
work with vitamin C and help with
stress and immune system
|
| vitamin
A |
8 |
helps with immune function as well
as the eyes, skin, and hair
|
| Carotenoids |
8 |
work with vitamin A (see Mega
Juice below)
|
| vitamin
E |
8 |
important for healing,
circulation, and immune system
|
 Symmetry products
people tell us they use for
Goiter
(click on the product name for more
information)
| Protection
4 Life
New
Attitude
Advanced
Omega
Nutra
Pack
Mega
Juice
BotanaCleanse
Plus
Genesis
Tranquility |
(with New Attitude) excellent
supplemental health system
herbal energy tonic and healing formula
flax seed, borage seed, and omegas in one
formula
complete daily supplement with all the
vitamins and minerals listed above
healing extracts from fruits and vegetables (bioflavonoids
+ carotenoids)
colon intestinal cleansing and restoration - vital
for good health
liquid herbal healing with olive leaf and grape
seed extracts and more
B vitamins and herbs for stress relief |
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Sometime, a goiter may progress to a toxic nodular goiter when a nodule that is making thyroid hormone on its
own and this can cause hyperthyroidism.
Also related is Graves' disease also known as diffuse toxic
goiter. Symptoms of Graves'
disease are identical to hyperthyroidism, with the
addition of three other symptoms which are: goiter, bulging
eyes, and thickened skin over the shin region.
Toxic nodular goiter which is also known as multinodular
goiter, is hyperthyroidism in which one or more nodules of the thyroid becomes overactive. The overactive nodules
will act as benign thyroid tumors. Symptoms of toxic nodular goiter
will not include the bulging eyes or skin problems, as in Graves' disease. The cause of toxic nodular goiter is
un known.
A diet lacking in iodine can cause a goiter, however this is
rarely the cause because of the iodine in our diets. A more
frequent cause of goiter in the United States is an increase
in thyroid stimulating hormone or TSH, in response to a defect
in normal hormone synthesis within the thyroid gland. The
thyroid stimulating hormone comes from the pituitary and
causes the thyroid to enlarge. This enlargement usually takes
many years to become a problem that is noticeable.
GOOD SUPPLEMENT PROGRAM TO TRY
1. Advanced
Omega
2. Mega
Juice
3.
NutraPack
4. Genesis
OTHER CHANGES TO MAKE
- drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled water a day
- eat lots of raw fruits and vegetables
- juice is good (make your
own with a juice machine)
- do not take sulfa drugs or antihistamines unless told to by
doctor
- do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks
- do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...
- use stress relief like going for walks in the park
- brown rice is good to eat
- avoid red meat and animal fats
- reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others
- fast a few days a month
- get sleep
- exercise light to moderate amounts
- avoid artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and NutraSweet
- do not smoke and avoid second hand smoke
- moderate exercise like yoga, deep breathing exercises, or walking
- avoid fluoride in toothpaste or tap water
- PRAY ... it does help with all aspects of life and healing
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