Text Book Of Thyroid In Ayurveda

Overview

• Introduction to Ayurveda: Basics of Ayurvedic medicine, including the doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha), and the fundamental principles of Ayurvedic health.
• Understanding the Thyroid: Modern medical perspective on the thyroid gland, its functions, and common disorders (hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, goiter, thyroiditis).

Ayurvedic Perspective

• Ayurvedic Anatomy and Physiology: Explanation of how the thyroid is perceived in Ayurvedic texts, including its association with the throat chakra (Vishuddha) and specific doshas.
• Etiology of Thyroid Disorders: Causes of thyroid imbalances from an Ayurvedic viewpoint, including dietary, lifestyle, and environmental factors.

Diagnosis

• Ayurvedic Diagnostic Techniques: Methods such as Nadi Pariksha (pulse diagnosis), tongue examination, and other traditional diagnostic tools to identify thyroid imbalances.
• Symptoms and Signs: Detailed descriptions of symptoms associated with thyroid disorders and their correlation with Ayurvedic principles.