One of the key causes of Thyroid hormone imbalance is stress. Mental or Physical stress of various types can impact Thyroid control. Let’s look into some ways of managing them.

#1 Better Sleep

Poor sleep leads to anxious mornings. Anxious mornings lead to stressful days. And stressful days lead to poor sleep in the night again. It is a vicious cycle. It doesn’t matter how late you sleep. But make sure you sleep and awake at a consistent time. This sleep needs to be no less than 7 hours and typically no more than 8 hours. In short term, you do not see major impacts on health. But in long term, hormonal imbalance is inevitable.

#2 Weight Control

Whether you are underweight or overweight, the possibility of stressing your body is high. There is a reason why doctors recommend to maintain a healthy weight around the typical BMI for your age and height. Research suggests that obese persons are more likely to suffer from depression. Depression comes with an increase in cortisol levels. And cortisol decreases TSH, the Thyroid Stimulating Hormone.

#3 Anti Stress Exercises

Stress reduction is a matter of everyday choices. Every daily life choice needs to be a healthy choice. Active stress reduction techniques need to be part of your daily schedule for better Thyroid control. Some such practices are an integral part of Yoga. Yoga lowers your heart rate and cortisol levels. Other effective activities include meditation and breathwork. Running long distances has been my anti-stress exercise. In addition, I always try to incorporate Yoga and meditation during my calm down stretches.

#4 Start A Hobby

Read literature that addresses your stress, listen to relaxing music, Play a sport, Color, or draw. Other activities that are known to help with stress are prayer, journaling, needlework, crafts, and gardening. The list is endless. Be sure not to take up too much on your plate. The anti-stress activity should not become a source of additional stress.

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