Hypothyroidism: TCM Acupuncture Points & Herbal Relief Guide

Updated: June 22, 2026
Reviewed by: Dr. Li Wei, DACM
Reading Time: 8 min
Body Area: Neck / Endocrine System

Overview

Hypothyroidism—an underactive thyroid—affects roughly 5% of the global population, with women and older adults at higher risk. When the thyroid gland fails to produce sufficient thyroid hormones (T3 and T4), virtually every system in the body slows down: metabolism drops, energy fades, mood darkens, and the body feels cold and sluggish. The most common cause in developed countries is Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the thyroid.