How to Rev Up a Sluggish Thyroid

So Oprah has come out and explained that she has "let herself go" and has now reached 200 pounds. She states that she has a sluggish thyroid. I for one feel for Oprah, a medical condition such as a sluggish thyroid, also known as hypothyroidism, is a condition that makes losing weight extremely difficult.

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So what is the thyroid?

The thyroid is a gland that is said to regulate the metabolism. If the thyroid slows down it cuts the hormone production it needs to regulate the body.

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Many women do not even know they have this condition and often just chalk it up to getting older. The symptoms are vast and can relate to a million other conditions.
The main symptoms of hypothyroidism are: fatigue, weakness, weight loss difficulties, increased weight gain, pale skin, dry hair, hair loss, muscle cramps, depression, constipation, abnormal menstrual cycles and a decrease in sexual desire.

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Looking at that list for a woman could make them believe that these symptoms are part of the normal transition into menopause if they are of a certain age. It is important if you think you have a thyroid issue to have it checked out with your doctor. A simple blood test can determine this.

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If you are looking for natural ways to rev up your thyroid and help it do its job, look no further. Here are a few ways you can help your sluggish thyroid out.

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Drink green tea - green teas contain EGCG which is a natural plant substance that has been shown to help speed the metabolism.

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Exercise - Increase your metabolism by increasing your activity levels. Exercise is a proven way to boost you metabolism while building a better body overall.

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Drink lots of water - Simply drinking a ton of water will not boost your metabolism, but not drinking enough water will slow your metabolism down considerably.

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Consume more protein - Lean meats, eggs, tuna etc, take more energy to digest, therefore making the body work harder and giving the metabolism a good boost.

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Eating every 3 hours - Studies have shown that the more you eat, the more your metabolism stays at its peak and helps you lose weight. Eating low calorie mini-meals between your regular healthy meals can help you achieve this.

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If you are diagnosed with this condition, do not fret; it can be treated whether you go the natural way or with help from a doctor. The key is getting yourself checked out at the first sign something could be wrong.