The Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is an Indian plant used for over 2000 years in Ayurvedic medicine. It is also called Indian ginseng. This plant has an approved operation on the thyroid gland and is especially renowned for its restorative properties and cons adaptogen effects of stress. The recommended dosage, to act on the thyroid is 900 mg per day (2 doses of 450 mg). Warning: If you are treated for thyroid problems you should seek advice from your doctor or health practitioner. The plant is hypnotic in large doses. It is recommended for pregnant women.

The Guggulipid, another Indian plant used in ayurvedic medicine, best known for its action on lipid metabolism. It is used successfully to lower cholesterol. Its action on lipids, however, is produced by stimulation of the thyroid. This plant was used in India for weight control. Take 4 capsules of 500 mg per day of plant standardized to 2.5% guggulsterones E and Z. The plant is not recommended for pregnant women.

Selenium: This mineral is essential for proper thyroid function and very little presence in the daily diet. Pollution and soil depletion is largely responsible for this deficiency. The food is the richest of Brazil nuts. To restore the thyroid function, studies have used a supplement of selenium at doses ranging 300 mcg to 1000 mcg.