Hyperthyroidism?

[Alissa KrajewskiStudent]

I just got a request from my husband’s friend for herbal support for hyperthyroidism. My response initially was that I had no clue yet.

Then I was watching my class for the day.  In the pain management 1 module Doc Jones says lemon balm reduces thyroid function. I don’t know if it does it strongly enough to help though.

Any recommendations?

Also,  are thyroid issues discussed in a module?

Thanks!

 

 

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Rhonda Lane

[Charrin GerbrandtStudent]

Hi Alissa I too am learning about thyroid issues. I would like to hear Doc’s input on my findings. Seems many thyroid issues are rooting from the Epstein-Barr virus in the body. There are quite a few suggested herbs however I would like more info and to know quantities. Lemon balm/nettle/ red clover/licorice root/cat’s claw/ashawanga/bladderwrack/curcumin and elderberry. I am dealing with this personally and would like to target it deeper as many others seem to be struggling with EB virus as well.

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Rhonda Lane

[Dr. Patrick JonesHomestead Instructor]

We are putting together an endocrine system module currently. It should be done in a few weeks. It’s a big project. We’ll talk more about thyroid there.

With hyperthyroid cases, the first thing to determine is the cause. Often times it’s a thyroid tumor that needs to be removed. If it’s just a hyperactive thyroid gland, herbs like lemon balm and her sisters can be helpful in some cases.

Here’s a formula I’ve used.

Thyroid – Calm

1 Bugleweed Aerial Parts

1 Lemon Balm Aerial Parts

1 Motherwort Aerial Parts

We don’t sell it anymore because demand is so low but it’s easy to make and I do have the individual tinctures on the website so you could mix up your own.

Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

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Susan Richardson, Nicole Burdeny, Jean, Rhonda Lane, Kelly Keefer, Patricia, JENNIFER COATS

[SharonStudent]

So talking about making your own blend with individual tinctures – would you just multiply the amount you would normally take (say 1/2 tsp) by how many tinctures you added to the blend?  (IE: 4 tinctures would be 2 tsps?). And of course, all that might vary based on if the tincture was a 1:5 or a folk method, right?

[Dr. Patrick JonesHomestead Instructor]

I use the same dosing whether it’s a single herb or a formula. Seems to serve me well.

Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

[SharonStudent]

It makes sense to me that a formula all tinctured together would be the 1/2 tsp dose like all your tinctured formulas are – but it did seem like when you combine say 4 simples that had all been tinctured alone, my silly mind said that I’d be getting about 1/4 the amount of each herb when I combine 4 “ready to use” tinctures, as I would if I were to take them individually.  But as always, I defer to our guru teacher!  Sometimes my mind runs on long abandoned train tracks – it’s lonely out there in the desert…!

[JeanStudent]

“People suspecting a thyroid or heart condition should not ingest bugleweed”

So, is this caution for people who have hypothyroid? (and not a caution for hyperthyroid)

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Lianna Winters

[JENNIFER COATSStudent]

What would you recommend for HYPOTHYROIDISM?

[Dr. Patrick JonesHomestead Instructor]

Thyroid Stim

The formula is in the Formulas & Formulations section in the Endocrine formulas lesson.

BTW, I’m writing a brand new Endocrine System lesson….well it’ll actually get split into several lessons.  Should be up in a couple of weeks. Buckle up. It’s a big one.

Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

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Lianna Winters, Elizabeth Prackert

[Elizabeth PrackertStudent]

Thanks Doc so many students to keep you busy!

[JENNIFER COATSStudent]

Dr. Patrick Jones wrote:

Thyroid Stim

The formula is in the Formulas & Formulations section in the Endocrine formulas lesson.

BTW, I’m writing a brand new Endocrine System lesson….well it’ll actually get split into several lessons.  Should be up in a couple of weeks. Buckle up. It’s a big one.

Thank you so very much Doc. I haven’t gotten that far yet, but go check it out!  I did just send you a text. I hope you’ll get back to me. Thanks a bunch Sir.

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Elizabeth Prackert

[JENNIFER COATSStudent]

Looking forward to the new lessons!

[Elizabeth PrackertStudent]

Yes I am as well Jennifer as I have had Hasimotos Thyroiditis for 17 years. I have read a lot about leaky gut being a big factor. I find Astragalus is great when I want to boost my immune system without irritating it. Definately something to be aware of when you have an autoimmune disease.

I will be glad when my fence is finished and I can grow some veges and herbs. (cows are a nuisance and invade me) I live in a little country town in Australia and the supermarket doesn’t have enough salads ingredients (and no herbs) to choose from. Waiting impatiently..LOl. Welcome Jennifer.

[Mary Ann MarchantStudent]

When will the endocrine lessons be available? Need to better understand thyroid herbal interactions?

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