Book Review: Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease by Eric M. Osansky, D.C.

An informative and insightful title that offers natural treatment solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease.

After being diagnosed with Graves' Disease, chiropractic physician Eric M. Osansky explored natural treatment options for his condition. His successful treatment led him to want to help others explore the options available to them outside of traditional methods.

A few years ago, my sister was diagnosed with Graves' Disease. I had never heard of it before, but when she told me she was seeing a naturopathic physician, I became intrigued over why she would seek this type of doctor over a more traditional physician. I have to admit, I don't know a tremendous amount of information about holistic and naturopathic doctors. I do, however, believe in the impact of diet and exercise on  overall health.

 Natural Treatment Solutions for Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease provides information on why natural treatment methods should be given a chance before resorting to radioactive iodine and synthetic hormone replacement. Using his own experience and examples from his own practice, Osansky makes a compelling case for starting with natural treatments in the hope patients can avoid treatments that simply lessen the symptoms but do nothing to get to the root cause of the ailment.

This isn't a book to help you understand Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease as much as it is one that shares the author's philosophy of natural treatments and testing to discover the cause of the condition. I came away with a determination to reconsider how I approach my overall wellness and a desire to seek more information on lifestyle changes I can make to improve my health and well being. My original intention was to pass this book along to my sister, but I don't think she will get much out of it, since it's truly more geared toward a person considering treatment options than a person who has already decided to use natural methods.

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism or Graves' Disease, this book will help enlighten why they would want to consider natural treatment solutions. The author provides additional information on his website: http://gravesdiseasebook.com/

Paperback: 262 pages
Publisher: Natural Endocrine Solutions (July 13, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 061548493X
ISBN-13: 978-0615484938

I received a copy of this book from the author. This review contains my honest opinion, which I have not been compensated for in any way.

This is the 8th book I've read for the following challenge:

Guest Blogger: Dr. Eric Osansky, Author of Natural Treatment Solutions For Hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease

If you have hyperthyroidism or Graves’ Disease and are looking for a natural treatment solution to get to the underlying cause of your condition, then this book will show you how to restore your health naturally…and avoid radioactive iodine.
In the United States, radioactive iodine is commonly recommended as the first line of treatment for hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease. While radioactive iodine is necessary at times, in most cases it should be the last resort. Antithyroid drugs may be necessary to manage the symptoms, but they of course do nothing for the actual cause of the disorder.

The author of the book, Dr. Eric Osansky, was diagnosed with Graves’ Disease and restored his health back to normal after following a natural treatment protocol. Ever since then he has been helping other people with hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease use natural thyroid treatment methods restore their health.

By reading this book you will discover the following:

* How natural treatment methods help with the actual cause of the disorder, rather than temporarily manage the symptoms

* Whether or not natural treatment methods offer a permanent cure

* Why Radioactive Iodine treatment should usually be the LAST resort

* Hyperthyroid diet tips which are essential to your recovery

* Nutritional supplements and herbs which are important for any hyperthyroid condition

* The truth about hyperthyroidism and iodine supplementation

* Why many people who have genetic markers for hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease can still have their health restored naturally

* Are natural treatment methods safe during pregnancy and lactation?

* How to find a holistic doctor who focuses on endocrine disorders

Natural Treatment Methods For Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease: Are They Safe? by Dr. Eric Osansky

Most people with hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease choose conventional medical treatment methods, such as antithyroid medication (Methimazole, PTU, etc.), beta blockers, or radioactive iodine therapy. And while these conventional treatment methods are at times necessary, many people are looking into natural treatment methods in order to find out the underlying cause of the condition. I personally was diagnosed with Graves’ Disease and restored my health back to normal using natural treatment methods. While it wasn’t an easy process, it definitely was worth it.

Many people want to know what to expect when following a natural treatment protocol. This involves numerous factors, as one definitely wants to eat well, as they should eat mostly whole foods, and minimize the refined foods and sugars from their diet. They also need to do a good job of managing their stress. I’m pretty sure that stress was a big factor in triggering my condition, and therefore it was very important to manage my stress. Most people can’t completely eliminate the stress from their life, but they can improve their stress management skills. Getting sufficient sleep is also important when trying to restore your health back to normal through natural treatment methods.

Taking certain supplements to address nutritional deficiencies is also very important when following a natural treatment protocol. Most endocrinologists don’t do anything to address these deficiencies, yet this is very important to address. Most people have multiple mineral imbalances which can cause or contribute to a hyperthyroid condition such as Graves’ Disease. Certain herbs can help people with hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease as well. For example, the herbs Bugleweed and Motherwort can help to manage the symptoms naturally in many people. Other herbs can also be beneficial for adrenal and immune system support.

As for whether natural hyperthyroid treatment methods are safe, when following a natural treatment protocol under the guidance of a competent holistic doctor, they are very safe. Of course no treatment method is completely risk free, but when you consider the risks involved with taking medication for a prolonged period of time, or the risks of having your thyroid gland obliterated through RAI, then there is no question that natural hyperthyroid treatment methods are the best option for many people. In fact, while many people who choose to receive radioactive iodine regret this decision, this rarely is the case for those who choose natural treatment methods.

Dr. Eric Osansky is a chiropractic physician who was diagnosed with Graves’ Disease, and restored his health back to normal by following a natural treatment protocol. For more information on natural hyperthyroid treatment methods visit http://www.gravesdiseasebook.com/.

I'll be reviewing this book at a later date. My sister and an aunt have been diagnosed with Graves' Disease, so I wanted to read up on this topic. You can purchase a copy of this book from Amazon!

Giveaways, Contests & Prizes!

In celebration of Eric M. Osansky’s new release, he will be appearing at Pump Up Your Book’s 1st Annual Holiday Extravaganza Facebook Party on December 16. More than 50 books, gifts and cash awards will be given away including a print copy of Natural Treatment Solutions For Hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease! Visit the official party page here!