Things You'll Need:
- Money for treatment
- Computer with Internet access
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Step 1
Confirm with a physician that you have a thyroid disorder prior to beginning any treatment.
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Step 2
Read and research thyroid disorder symptoms so you can choose the best way to treat and minimize them. Start by reading "Thyroid Balance: Traditional and Alternative Methods for Treating Thyroid Disorders," which is available at Amazon.com (see Resources below).
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Step 3
Add nutrients like iodine to your diet. If you have hypothyroidism, iodine will help replenish your thyroid hormone.
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Step 4
Take vitamin C, vitamin E and calcium to help reduce symptoms of hyperthyroidism.
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Step 5
Incorporate omega-3 fatty acids and other foods, like broccoli and kale, that help depress the thyroid. Omega-3 fatty acids can be found in salmon and are immune system boosters.
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Step 6
Prevent symptoms of inflammation caused through hypothyroidism by taking herbal supplements like quercetin.
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Step 7
Use licorice as another option to treat inflammation. Licorice root contains glycyrrhizin, an anti-inflammatory.
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Step 1
Learn the techniques of yoga. Read how yoga can help those with thyroid conditions at Thyroid-Info.com (see Resources below). The article recommends DVD's to get you started.
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Step 2
Use yoga to increase your energy levels and to help you with symptoms of hypothyroidism.
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Step 3
Reduce stress and alleviate nervousness with daily yoga, particularly if you suffer from hyperthyroidism.
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Step 4
Give your body newfound flexibility with yoga. This can benefit both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.
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Step 5
Try a shoulder stand pose. It's particularly good for thyroid-related disorders.








