The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland present at the front of the neck. It releases hormones to help your body regulate and use energy for various internal processes. Thyroid is therefore responsible for providing energy to nearly every organ in the body. It controls functions such as how your heart beats or how your digestive system works. Without the right amount of thyroid hormones, your body’s natural functions begin to misbehave which leads to health issues.
Hypothyroidism – scarcity of thyroid hormones
Hypothyroidism is a common condition where the thyroid gland doesn’t create and release enough thyroid hormone into the bloodstream. This makes your metabolism slow down. Also called under-active thyroid, hypothyroidism can make you feel tired, gain weight and be unable to tolerate cold temperatures.
Hyperthyroidism – excess of thyroid hormones
Hyperthyroidism, also called overactive thyroid, is a condition where the…