{"id":42891,"date":"2022-05-05T14:40:11","date_gmt":"2022-05-05T14:40:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=42891"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/","title":{"rendered":"Ashwagandha For Hypothyroidism: Does It Work?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#What_Is_Ashwagandha\" >What Is Ashwagandha?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#How_Does_Ashwagandha_Work\" >How Does Ashwagandha Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#How_Might_Ashwagandha_Help_Treat_Hypothyroidism\" >How Might Ashwagandha Help Treat Hypothyroidism?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Reduce_Stress_And_Anxiety\" >Reduce Stress And Anxiety<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Lower_Inflammation\" >Lower Inflammation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Support_Thyroid_Function\" >Support Thyroid Function<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Antioxidant_Effects\" >Antioxidant Effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Immunity_Support\" >Immunity Support<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Can_Ashwagandha_Help_Thyroid_Weight_Loss\" >Can Ashwagandha Help Thyroid Weight Loss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Ashwagandha_Dosage_For_Hypothyroidism\" >Ashwagandha Dosage For Hypothyroidism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Are_There_Any_Risks\" >Are There Any Risks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#How_Else_Can_You_Manage_Hypothyroidism\" >How Else Can You Manage Hypothyroidism?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Iodine-Rich_Foods\" >Iodine-Rich Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Avoid_Goitrogens\" >Avoid Goitrogens<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Manage_Stress\" >Manage Stress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Exercise_Regularly\" >Exercise Regularly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Get_Enough_Sleep\" >Get Enough Sleep<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#Take_Your_Medication\" >Take Your Medication<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stress is a major cause of suboptimal thyroid function. This happens when the body produces too much of the stress hormone cortisol. Cortisol suppresses the thyroid gland, which in turn can lead to low levels of thyroid hormones (hypothyroidism) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thyroidresearchjournal.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/1756-6614-5-13\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often, people with hypothyroidism are prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone replacement therapy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK548497\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). While this can be an effective treatment, some people may prefer to try natural treatments first, especially if their hypothyroidism is mild, or subclinical. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ashwagandha is an herb that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. It\u2019s thought to help with a variety of conditions, including stress and anxiety (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10956379\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Some people believe that it may also help treat hypothyroidism by reducing cortisol levels (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28829155\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this article, we\u2019ll take a look at the evidence behind ashwagandha and hypothyroidism. We will also discuss dosage, side effects, and potential risks. Always talk to your doctor before starting any herbal supplements.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ashwagandha_For_Hypothyroidism\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Ashwagandha\"><\/span><b>What Is Ashwagandha?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is an herb that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. It is sometimes referred to as \u201cIndian ginseng\u201d because of its similar appearance to ginseng (Panax ginseng) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3252722\/#!po=62.8205\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ashwagandha is thought to be an adaptogen, which means it may help the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/fear-of-gaining-weight\/\">body<\/a> cope with stress. The active compounds in ashwagandha include withanolides and withaferins (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3252722\/#!po=62.8205\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). These compounds are thought to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting properties.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people take ashwagandha for its purported <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/no-sugar-diet\/\">health benefits<\/a>, which include (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3252722\/#!po=62.8205\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing stress and anxiety<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improving brain function<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boosting energy levels<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lowering inflammation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ashwagandha is available in many forms, including capsules, powders, extracts, and some even made into tea.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Ashwagandha_Work\"><\/span><b>How Does Ashwagandha Work?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s thought that ashwagandha works by reducing levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Cortisol is produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK278995\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While cortisol is necessary for the body to function properly, too much of it over long periods of time can be harmful. Chronically high levels of cortisol have been linked to a variety of health problems, including (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1002\/oby.20083\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3341916\/#__ffn_sectitle\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight gain<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anxiety<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depression<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep problems<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Immune system suppression<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infertility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ashwagandha is thought to decrease cortisol levels by <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/breast-reduction-exercises\/\">affecting<\/a> the way the body responds to stress. In one study, people with a history of chronic stress who took ashwagandha twice daily had lower levels of cortisol than those who took a placebo (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3573577\/\">2<\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-benefits-for-weight-loss\/\">Ashwagandha Benefits For Weight Loss: Here\u2019s How This Ancient Herb Can Help You Lose Weight<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ashwagandha_For_Hypothyroidism\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38307 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5645-1024x576.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5645.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5645-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5645.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5645-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5645.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Might_Ashwagandha_Help_Treat_Hypothyroidism\"><\/span><b>How Might Ashwagandha Help Treat Hypothyroidism?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland doesn\u2019t produce enough thyroid <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-steam-room\/\">hormones<\/a>. This can happen for a variety of reasons, including iodine deficiency, autoimmune disease, certain medications, and radiation therapy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK519536\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms of hypothyroidism include fatigue, weight gain, dry skin, and constipation. Hypothyroidism is typically treated with synthetic thyroid hormone replacement therapy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK519536\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this treatment is usually effective, some people initially may prefer to try natural treatment. Ashwagandha is one such treatment that\u2019s been studied for its potential to treat hypothyroidism.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Insufficient research exists to confirm that ashwagandha is effective for treating hypothyroidism. However, a few studies indicate promising results.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In one study, 50 people with hypothyroidism were given either ashwagandha or a placebo for eight weeks. Those who took ashwagandha had significantly lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. They also had improvements in thyroid hormone levels and other markers of hypothyroidism (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28829155\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This herb has certain <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/chrononutrition\/\">properties<\/a> that may make it beneficial for treating subclinical hypothyroidism. These include the potential ability to:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reduce_Stress_And_Anxiety\"><\/span><b>Reduce Stress And Anxiety<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The compounds in ashwagandha are thought to have anti-stress and anxiety-reducing effects (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3573577\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This may be beneficial for people with hypothyroidism, as stress can worsen symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lower_Inflammation\"><\/span><b>Lower Inflammation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ashwagandha is also thought to have <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/thyroid-and-weight-gain\/\">anti-inflammatory effects<\/a> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2076-3921\/9\/11\/1107\/htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This may be helpful for people with autoimmune thyroiditis, as inflammation is a key component of this condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Support_Thyroid_Function\"><\/span><b>Support Thyroid Function<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The compounds in ashwagandha are thought to promote the production of thyroid hormones (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jpp\/article\/50\/9\/1065\/6153136\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This may help improve symptoms of hypothyroidism.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Antioxidant_Effects\"><\/span><b>Antioxidant Effects<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ashwagandha is also a potent <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/hormonal-belly-men\/\">antioxidant<\/a> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3252722\/#__ffn_sectitle\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This may protect the thyroid gland from oxidative stress which could help improve its function.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Immunity_Support\"><\/span><b>Immunity Support<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ashwagandha is also thought to have immune-boosting properties (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3336880\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you tend to let yourself off the hook, raise the white flag when things get tougher than you expected, send yourself on an unconscious binge-eating trip \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ashwagandha_For_Hypothyroidism\">BetterMe app is here to help you<\/a> leave all of these sabotaging habits in the past!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ashwagandha_For_Hypothyroidism\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38309 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5644.png\" alt=\"ashwagandha for hypothyroidism\" width=\"944\" height=\"531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5644.png 944w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5644-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5644.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Ashwagandha_Help_Thyroid_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Can Ashwagandha Help Thyroid Weight Loss?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People with hypothyroidism often struggle to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/intermittent-fasting-snacks\/\">lose weight<\/a>, even when following a healthy diet and exercising regularly. This can be frustrating and discouraging.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there\u2019s no cure for hypothyroidism, treatment can help improve thyroid hormone levels and alleviate symptoms. This may make it easier to lose weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no evidence that ashwagandha can directly help with weight loss. However, the herb may indirectly promote weight loss by reducing stress and anxiety, lowering inflammation, and improving thyroid function.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These effects may lead to a reduction in weight gain or facilitate weight loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ashwagandha_Dosage_For_Hypothyroidism\"><\/span><b>Ashwagandha Dosage For Hypothyroidism<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no standard dose of ashwagandha for hypothyroidism. However, a common dosage is 300 mg per day. It\u2019s best to start with a lower dose and increase it gradually as needed. Talk to your doctor about what dose might be safe for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can take ashwagandha in many forms, including capsules, powders, and extracts. It can also be made into tea.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re taking ashwagandha for the first time, start with a low dose and increase gradually as needed. This will help your body get used to the herb and reduce the risk of side effects.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_There_Any_Risks\"><\/span><b>Are There Any Risks?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ashwagandha is generally considered safe for most people (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3487234\/#!po=67.3913\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, it can cause some side effects, such as stomach upset, diarrhea, and vomiting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s also important to note that ashwagandha can interact with certain medications, including (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11116534\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/journals.plos.org\/plosone\/article?id=10.1371\/journal.pone.0172508\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thyroid hormone replacement therapy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood thinners<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes medication<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Immune-suppressing drugs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re taking any medications or have any underlying medical conditions, speak to your doctor before taking ashwagandha.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/post-workout-recovery-shakes\/\">Your Guide To Post Workout Recovery Shakes And Supplements<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ashwagandha_For_Hypothyroidism\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38306 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5646-1024x576.png\" alt=\"ashwagandha for hypothyroidism\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5646.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5646-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5646.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5646.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Else_Can_You_Manage_Hypothyroidism\"><\/span><b>How Else Can You Manage Hypothyroidism?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many other things you can do to help manage your hypothyroidism.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few tips:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Iodine-Rich_Foods\"><\/span><b>Iodine-Rich Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating iodine-rich foods can help improve your thyroid function, because it needs iodine to make thyroid hormones (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Iodine-HealthProfessional\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Some good sources of iodine include seaweed, eggs, and dairy products.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_Goitrogens\"><\/span><b>Avoid Goitrogens<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Goitrogens are compounds that can interfere with thyroid function (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7282437\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">20<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). They\u2019re found in certain foods, such as cruciferous vegetables like Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and kale, as well as soy products. If you have hypothyroidism, it may be best to limit these foods. Talk to your doctor or dietitian for individualized recommendations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Manage_Stress\"><\/span><b>Manage Stress<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chronic stress can worsen symptoms of hypothyroidism (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11191624\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Try to find ways to manage your stress, such as yoga, meditation, and deep breathing exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe app will kick you out of the mental funk, shake off your extra weight, rid you off your energy-zapping habits, and help you sculpt the body of your dreams. Intrigued? Hurry up and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ashwagandha_For_Hypothyroidism\">change your life for the better<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ashwagandha_For_Hypothyroidism\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38303 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5649-1024x576.png\" alt=\"ashwagandha for hypothyroidism\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5649.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5649-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5649.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Frame-5649.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exercise_Regularly\"><\/span><b>Exercise Regularly<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular exercise can help improve your thyroid function (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16380698\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It can also help reduce stress and anxiety (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/articles\/10.3389\/fpsyt.2013.00027\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). The recommended amount of exercise for people with hypothyroidism is 30 minutes per day, five days per week.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Enough_Sleep\"><\/span><b>Get Enough Sleep<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting enough sleep is important for overall health. It can also help reduce stress levels and improve thyroid function (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6281147\/#__ffn_sectitle\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It&#8217;s recommended that adults get 7 to 9 hours of quality sleep per night.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_Your_Medication\"><\/span><b>Take Your Medication<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have hypothyroidism, it\u2019s important to take your medication as prescribed. This will help manage your symptoms and keep your thyroid hormone levels in the normal range.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overall, there is insufficient research to determine whether ashwagandha is effective for treating hypothyroidism. However, this herb may be beneficial due to its ability to reduce stress, lower inflammation, and support thyroid function.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few studies show promising results but more research is needed to confirm the potential benefits of ashwagandha for treating this condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re considering taking ashwagandha for hypothyroidism, talk to your doctor first. They can help you weigh the potential risks and benefits of this herb and determine whether it\u2019s right for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Ashwagandha_For_Hypothyroidism\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Stress is a major cause of suboptimal thyroid function. This happens when the body produces too much of the stress hormone cortisol. Cortisol suppresses the thyroid gland, which in turn can lead to low levels of thyroid hormones (hypothyroidism) (8). Often, people with hypothyroidism are prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone replacement therapy (21). While this can [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":37,"featured_media":42892,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,138],"tags":[],"coauthors":[117,87],"class_list":["post-42891","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition","category-therapy"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v20.2.1 (Yoast SEO v25.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Ashwagandha For Hypothyroidism: Does It Work? - BetterMe<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Can you take \u2605 ASHWAGANDHA FOR HYPOTHYROIDISM? \u27a4 Here is what the research says about the potential benefits of this herb and its uses.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Ashwagandha For Hypothyroidism: Does It Work?\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Can you take \u2605 ASHWAGANDHA FOR HYPOTHYROIDISM? \u27a4 Here is what the research says about the potential benefits of this herb and its uses.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"BetterMe Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/betterme.health.coaching\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shutterstock_1151019941.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1000\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"667\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"ZindzyGracia, Kristen Fleming, RD\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"ZindzyGracia, Kristen Fleming, RD\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"8 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"ZindzyGracia\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/fc2bdf6416653ee6fd54c69475ebfac8\"},\"headline\":\"Ashwagandha For Hypothyroidism: Does It Work?\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/\"},\"wordCount\":1448,\"commentCount\":0,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/ashwagandha-for-hypothyroidism\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/shutterstock_1151019941.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Nutrition\",\"Therapy\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Stress is a major cause of suboptimal thyroid function. This happens when the body produces too much of the stress hormone cortisol. Cortisol suppresses the thyroid gland, which in turn can lead to low levels of thyroid hormones (hypothyroidism) (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/thyroidresearchjournal.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/1756-6614-5-13\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">). <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Often, people with hypothyroidism are prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone replacement therapy (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK548497\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">21<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">). While this can be an effective treatment, some people may prefer to try natural treatments first, especially if their hypothyroidism is mild, or subclinical. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Ashwagandha is an herb that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. It\u2019s thought to help with a variety of conditions, including stress and anxiety (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/10956379\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">). Some people believe that it may also help treat hypothyroidism by reducing cortisol levels (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28829155\/\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">). <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">In this article, we\u2019ll take a look at the evidence behind ashwagandha and hypothyroidism. We will also discuss dosage, side effects, and potential risks. 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