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The thyroid gland is an endocrine organ located at the front of the neck and is responsible for producing vital hormones.
Almost all important metabolic processes of the body and the functioning of other hormone-producing glands depend on its hormones.
Your body temperature, weight, skin health, heart rate, breathing, cholesterol levels, muscle strength, menstrual cycle, and central and peripheral nervous system — all of these depend on your thyroid gland.
How does the thyroid gland work?
The thyroid gland is part of the human endocrine system, which creates, stores and releases hormones into the bloodstream, through which they then reach the cells directly.
A key element for its function is iodine, with which it creates the hormones T3 (triiodothyronine) and T4 (thyroxine). In addition to it, selenium, zinc and magnesium are also important.
The hypothalamus in the brain produces the hormone TSH, which tells the thyroid how much T3 and how much T4 to produce. In other words, it keeps these two hormones in balance.
One of the most common thyroid disorders is hypothyroidism, i.e. reduced function. Its most common symptoms include:
- depression
- insomnia
- joint pain
- dry skin and brittle hair
- sensitivity to cold
- irregular menstruation
- fatigue and exhaustion
Recipe to stimulate the thyroid gland
In this article we will reveal a recipe for a drink whose consumption can significantly stimulate the thyroid gland.
It will help you prevent the above-mentioned symptoms if the thyroid does not produce enough hormones.
Ingredients
To make the drink you will need the following ingredients:
- 1.5 liters of plain water
- 2 dl 100% cranberry juice (can be pasteurized)
- 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons of freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon (preferably Ceylon)
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
Preparation
1. Bring the water to a boil.
2. After it boils, add the cranberry juice, ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg to it.
3. Simmer it for 5 minutes. Then turn off the heat and let it cool.
4. After cooling, strain the drink, add the lemon and orange juice, stir, pour into a glass bottle and store in the refrigerator.
Usage
Drink this beverage throughout the day instead of water. Drink at least 0.6 liter to 1 liter daily.
Use it every day for at least 1 week or until your thyroid function normalizes.
How does this drink work?
Cranberries contain iodine — a mineral needed for proper thyroid function.
Lemon and orange are rich in vitamin C, which as a strong antioxidant improves thyroid function and strengthens immunity. A weakened immune system often depletes hormones.
Ginger is a good source of magnesium — another mineral needed for proper thyroid function.
Cinnamon has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and significantly reduces the risk of developing hypothyroidism.
Nutmeg is rich in zinc and selenium, which, in addition to iodine, are also needed for the proper function of this gland.
