Herbal Teas Helpful for Hypothyroidism

Try black cohosh tea if you have menstrual problems that often are associated with hypothyroidism, and it may also help with infertility. Cayenne tea can help with blood circulation which will alleviate the cold extremities common with hypothyroidism. If you can't find prepared cayenne tea, brew some by using 1/4 teaspoon of powder in a cup of distilled water or 10 or more drops of cayenne concentrate in a cup of water. If you're struggling with weight issues, oolong, ginseng and green tea can boost metabolism. Green tea also has antioxidants to help stimulate the immune system and it may help with hair loss, although studies are inconclusive. Drinking chamomile tea daily may help decrease blood glucose levels and prevent diabetes. Cinnamon tea can boost brain function and memory and help reduce cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Mate tea, an herbal tea native to South America, has less caffeine and is more nutritious than tea or coffee and can be energizing without side effects. For sleep disorders caused by hypothyroidism, try skullcap or valerian root tea. To make skullcap tea, steep 2 teaspoons dried leaves in 1 cup boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes and strain. To prepare valerian tea, steep 2 teaspoons dried, chopped root in 1 cup boiling water for 8 to 12 hours and strain. Other herbs that can boost blood circulation, alertness and the immune system include astragalus, echinacea, ginkgo, burdock root, dandelion and red clover. To make a tea from any of these herbs, steep 1 to 3 teaspoons dried herb or root in 1 cup boiling water for 5 to 15 minutes before straining.