What are the causes and risk factors of hyperthyroidism

Condition analysis:
You are more likely to have hyperthyroidism if:
-- You are female.

-- You have a family history of thyroid problems. People who have close relatives with Graves' disease or other thyroid problems are more likely to develop hyperthyroidism.

-- You have an autoimmune disease, such as Addison's disease or type 1 diabetes.

-- You smoke cigarettes. People who smoke are more likely to have Graves' disease and are more likely to have Graves' ophthalmopathy.

Instructions:
Avoid diet triggers: Certain foods which are a part of your normal diet may be the trouble makers in Hyperthyroidism. Stimulating foods such as caffeine, alcohol and other food items like soy, corn and gluten based products are likely to cause problems. Encouraging the inclusion of food items like fresh fruits, sea vegetables, brassica and raw cruciferous veggies in your diet can prove valuable in hyperthyroidism.

Lemon balm: Another effective remedy for hyperthyroidism is lemon balm. Extracts from lemon balm have a restrictive effect on TSH which obstructs the activation of the thyroid gland. This in turn assists in reducing over secretion of thyroid hormone. Along with this, lemon balm works at the ground level by detoxifying the body and strengthening the immune system.