Symptoms of an overactive thyroid gland are generally symptoms of an increased metabolism. These can include weight loss, nervousness or anxiety, irritability, a racing heart, increased bowel movements, sweating, sleeplessness, hand tremors, and muscle weakness.1  Previous.2  Continue.n addition to fatigue and weight gain, symptoms can include depression, constipation, sluggishness, dry skin and dry hair, and muscle cramps. Some people develop an enlarged thyroid, which leads to a swelling in the front of the neck known as a goiter.. 1  Previous.
Examples of oils containing Phenols â Wintergreen, Anise, Birch, Clove, Basil, Tarragon, Fennel, Oregano, Thyme, Mountain Savory, Peppermint, Tea Tree, Calamus, Cinnamon Bark, Citronella, Marjoram, Nutmeg, Eucalyptus citriodora, Parsley, Ylang Ylang. These all contain greater than 8% phenols.
Your body is already producing its own estrogen and our fat cells as they are burned are releasing more estrogen into our system. We are also ingesting phyto and Xeno estrogens from our food, beauty products and environment. The last thing your body needs is a slathering of essential oils that also mimic estrogen. Unfortunately almost all essential oils with the exception of citrus oils contain some level of phytoestrogens.