Yoga Mudras for Thyroid Problems

Thyroid is a gland in the neck that releases hormones. These hormones control the body metabolism by increasing the oxygen utilizing capacity of most of the body organs. Hence, it is important that the thyroid gland releases enough hormones- neither less nor more.

In short, thyroid gland affects the body metabolism- it affects how your body produces and utilizes energy.

The under activity of this gland would slow down the body metabolism to cause below disorders/ symptoms:

Weight gain

Hair loss

Dry nails

Chronic fatigue and tiredness

Depression

Low blood pressure

Headache

Swelling on the face

Joint stiffness and muscle pain

Abnormal menstrual cycles

Constipation

Dry skin

Tingling or numbness in the body parts

The hyperactivity of thyroid gland would have below symptoms:

Sudden weight loss

Rapid heartbeat

Anxiety

Muscle ache and weakness

Lack of concentration and memory loss

Sweating

Menstrual problems

Thyroid problems are not curable, but can be managed with proper medication, diet and lifestyle practices.

Yoga Mudras: The natural Solution to all Thyroid Problems

1. Brahma Mudra - Gesture of God Brahma or Attitude of creation god

How to do - Fold thumb inside curl fingers then press fingers at knuckles.

Benefits - Balance thyroid gland secretion, helpful in irregular menstrual cycle.

2. Gyan Mudra - Gesture of consciousness.

How to do - Thumb and index fingertip touching, rest fingers extended.

For beginners – Index fingertip touching inside root of thumb.
Palm facing up

Benefits - Improves concentration, endocrine system and calms the mind.

3. Adi Mudra - Primal gesture or first gesture.

How to do - Thumb fold inside the curled fingers.

Benefits - Increase oxygen flow in blood, gives mental clarity & balance.

4. Shunya Mudra - The gesture of emptiness.

How to do - Fold your middle finger & press it with your thumb.

Benefits - Heart and throat diseases are removed & immensely helpful in the case of thyroid Problems.

Final words

Benefits of Yoga mudras for thyroid problems are encouraging, but it is not a cure for thyroid problems. It is more like a supplement and it would bring the best results when combined with a healthy diet, positive lifestyle and medications as prescribed by your doctor. As the thyroid problems are lifelong disorders, so try to reduce the time after getting significant improvement. For example, 15 minutes a day just for maintenance.