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Thyroid Disorders (Hypo/Hyper)

Galaganda (thyroid disorder) maps to Kapha-Medas dushti for hypothyroidism, Pitta excess for hyperthyroidism. Ayurveda complements modern thyroxine therapy without replacing it.

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Dosha involvedkaphapitta

Hypothyroidism prevalence ~10% in Indian adults; higher in women (Ministry of Health, 2022).

Ayurvedic understanding

Galaganda (literally "neck swelling") is classified as Kaphaja, Pittaja or Vataja depending on dosha predominance. Hypothyroidism (low metabolism, weight gain, cold intolerance) is Kapha-Medas dushti; hyperthyroidism (heat intolerance, weight loss, palpitations, anxiety) is Pitta aggravation. Modern thyroxine + Kanchanara Guggulu work synergistically — DO NOT stop prescribed thyroxine.

Kerala treatments

Kanchanara Guggulu is the signature herbal formulation (kanchanara bark + triphala + trikatu + guggulu — synergistic action on thyroid + glandular tissue). Combined with Nasya (medicated nasal drops — Anu Taila), Shirodhara for stress component, dosha-typed diet. Monthly TSH monitoring is essential; tablet dose may need physician adjustment as Ayurveda support kicks in.

Classical formulations

Selected by Ayurvedic Snehana / Shamana criteria. Always under a verified doctor's supervision — these are not over-the-counter recommendations.

Kanchanara Guggulu

कंचनार गुग्गुलु

Thyroid + lymphatic support

— Sharangadhara Samhita

Varunadi Kashayam

वारणादि क्वाथ

Kapha + Medas dushti

Brahmi Ghrita

ब्राह्मी घृत

Mental fog component

Triphala

त्रिफला

Daily detox + Agni support

Lifestyle & Aahar-Vihar

•Triphala-Triphala combination: avoid soy, raw cruciferous (cabbage, broccoli) in excess — they can interfere with thyroid hormone absorption.
•Iodine-rich diet from sea-vegetables, rock salt (sendha namak).
•Walking 30 min daily, gentle yoga (Sarvangasana with physician approval, Matsyasana, Halasana).
•Stress management — Shirodhara monthly if accessible.
•Continue your prescribed thyroxine; check with your doctor before any Ayurvedic combination — Ashwagandha can stimulate thyroid output.

Important

This page is a structured Ayurvedic reference for patient education. It is not a substitute for individual clinical evaluation. Self-medication with Ayurvedic herbs and formulations — particularly Rasaushadhis (mineral preparations) — can cause harm without proper supervision. Always consult a verified BAMS doctor before starting treatment.

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