Hyperthyroidism
When the thyroid gland produces too much hormone it causes a condition of hyperthyroidism. There are numerous causes which include too much hormone therapy for an under active thyroid, an inflammation of the thyroid gland and autoimmune disorders. The excess hormone production causes all body parts to speed up. The heart beats faster and blood pressure may go up. Some people may feel hot in a cold room with heavy perspiration. Although some people with hyperthyroidism might be tired and weak they are still very active.
There are many options for treatment and the patient should be under the care of a doctor who can outline the various options and the benefits and drawbacks to each. Many doctors treat the condition with iodine which normally uses a small amount of iodine but in hyperthyroidism, large doses are required to reduce the output of hormone. Surgery is an option to remove the thyroid gland, but there are numerous other drugs that can be used that are not as invasive or severe as surgery.
Healthy nutrition will also help just as it will help in almost every disease or condition. There are very few conditions that will not benefit from healthy nutrition. Healthy nutrition means to eat no refined carbohydrates or glucose, eat fruits, vegetables, lean protein, cold water fish, whole grains, sprouted grain bread, and ground flax seed mixed in water, soy milk or fruit juice. An expert nutritionist should be consulted for specific foods to avoid. A multivitamin should be taken as a supplement.
