Hair, Skin, Memory – How To Deal With Thyroid Related Issues That Stop You From Living Your Life
Thyroid disease can bring about many changes in the life of the affected individual. The wide-ranging symptoms include weight gain or loss, hair loss, memory problems, pale, dry and flaky skin etc., which can significantly impact your life both physically and emotionally.
There aren’t any magic remedies for hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism and managing it will usually entail sticking to the modifications for life. Hence, after being diagnosed with thyroid, do not wait further, seek treatment.
Along with the prescribed medicines, you need to chart out a meticulous lifestyle-modification plan and be ready to commit to it. This will help manage your thyroid condition, so that you can enjoy life to the fullest.
Strategies To Deal With Thyroid Related Issues
- Get Moving
Make time for exercise daily. Research depicts that regular exercise of 30 minutes alleviate depression, improve memory and functioning of thyroid gland.
- Get Enough Sleep
Getting quality sleep of 7 hours is important for proper functioning of thyroid gland. If you find difficulty falling asleep, then practice a bedtime ritual like taking a warm bath before going to bed. Going to bed and waking up at the same time every day will help regularize sleep pattern.
- Follow A Proper Diet Plan
People with thyroid must include fruits and vegetables, whole grains and seeds, dairy products, fishes, poultry and non-caffeinated beverages in their diet. Use healthy oils such as olive oil. Choosing food wisely will help cut down on unnecessary fat that contribute to weight gain.
Tips To Deal With Some Thyroid Related Issues
- Dry, Flaky Skin[1]
Thyroid can make your skin look dull, dry and flaky. You can get relief from these issues by using a good quality moisturiser. Opt for creams that contain ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, shea butter, dimethicone, ceramides, or glycerine. Avoid products that contain alcohol such as a toner that can deprive your skin of moisture.
Make it a point to hydrate your skin well. Drink plenty of water and limit your intake of alcohol and caffeine as they dehydrate your skin. Also instead of bathing using hot water, use lukewarm or cold water. After taking a shower or bath, apply moisturizer all over the body to seal-in the moisture.
You may also need to change your cosmetics such as foundation. Get one that is specially made for dry skin. A dermatologist can suggest brands that will help heal the skin and won’t irritate it further. Use sunscreen with an SPF of 30 as it blocks 97 per cent of the sun’s UVB rays. Use a cold compress to dissipate puffiness around the eyes.
- Memory Issues[2]
Memory issues in hypothyroidism can be frustrating. Without treatment, it may get worse. Hence taking your thyroid medication daily is the best way to get your thyroid level back to normal. Do regular exercise and do not stop taking medicines without consulting the doctor.
- Hair-Related Issues[3]
Thyroid issues can trigger hair loss, which can greatly affect one’s self-esteem. You can use over-the-counter hair and scalp treatments to strengthen hair. Vitamin complex tablets are also recommended by dermatologist to curb hair fall.
Thyroid problems need to be managed lifelong. It means you will have to continue taking medication and follow up with your doctor to ensure your thyroid levels are stable. In addition to this, follow some coping plans as detailed above to reduce your symptoms and live a quality life.
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