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POINTS FOR HYPOTHYROIDISM

Functioning in a proper way, the thyroid gland produces just the exact amount of hormone that is required to regulate the metabolic processes of the body. But the problem arises when this gland produces either too much or too little of thyroxine, the vital body chemical that drastically influences body weight, mental health and energy level in the body. In order to understand “what is thyroid problem”; it is necessary to understand the thyroid gland in a better way. This is a small butterfly- shaped gland that is located in the front of the neck, and it is in control of metabolism, hormone regulation, and body weight and body calcium levels. Thyroid problems occur due to overproduction (hyperthyroidism) or underproduction (hypothyroidism) of the vital thyroid hormones. Acupressure therapy can be successfully used to restore hormonal balance and regulate the energy levels which help to manage emotions, promote sleep and treat menstrual problems. There are a number of powerful acupressure points all over the body that can be activated by applying right pressure. Hypothyroidism is a condition of the underactive thyroid gland in which the gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone which in turn causes the body processes to low down because of lack of energy. It also makes the metabolism sluggish. Hypothyroidism affects brain development, skin texture, muscle strength, body weight and even menstrual cycles in case of women. In acupressure therapy, hypothyroidism is described as a deficiency of Qi, Yin or Yan of the kidney. Here are a few specific acupressure points for thyroid that helps to treat hypothyroidism. GV 7 Acupressure point GV 7 or Governing Vessel 7 is an effective pressure point that is used to treat thyroid symptoms in men and women in case of hypothyroidism.