Thyroid Support
Are there things that we can do to support our thyroid? The very short answer is, yes! When do i ever keep things short though....
Although there is tons of information about thyroid support i will try and keep it as short as possible.
Whether you are taking a thyroid supplement or not you should definitely be doing things to help your thyroid. The reason that many people feel that their dessicated natural thyroid hormone isn't working for them is because they aren't supporting their thyroid in other ways as well.
When you have Celiac Disease your not as able to absorb nutrients in your body as much as a healthy person. In this case it is even more important for the functioning of your entire body that you do everything possible to support yourself.
First thing to do is to make sure you are eating as healthy as possible. There are so many foods out there that contain important vitamins and minerals. You will find these in fresher foods like veggies, fresh fish, meats and nuts. You will more than likely not find them in the more popular processed foods. Now i'm not against the occasional pizza and cupcakes, gluten free of course, everything in moderation. However, it is vital to our health to eat fresher foods. They may take a little more effort to make but definitely pays off when your body is getting the necessary nutrition and you are feeling better.
Here are some foods that support thyroid function-
These foods contain iodine:
seafood
eggs
lima beans
asparagus
garlic
sesame seeds
summer squash
spinach
swiss chard
These foods contain selenium:
brazil nuts
tuna
mushrooms
halibut
beef
sunflower seeds
These foods contain copper:
beef
oysters
lobster
dark chocolate
chickpeas
shitake mushrooms
white beans
These foods contain zinc:
sardines
beef
lamb
turkey
pecans
brazil nuts
whole grains
split peas
walnuts
ginger root
almonds
maple syrup
These foods contain iron:
clams
oysters
pumpkin seeds
white beans
lentils
spinach
These foods contain Vitamin A:
kale
sweet potatoes
carrots
winter squash
pumpkin
spinach
broccoli
cantaloupe
liver
lettuce
These foods contain Vitamin C:
guava
peppers
citrus
kiwifruit
strawberries
brussel sprouts
papya
cauliflower
parsley
greens
These foods contain Vitamin E:
whole grains
almonds
sunflower seeds
peanuts
leafy green vegetables
asparagus
These foods contain Vitamin B2:
brewers yeast
organ meats
almonds
white rice
mushrooms
egg yolks
These foods contain Vitamin B3:
brewers yeast
rice bran
peanuts with skin
poultry white meat
liver
These foods contain Vitamin B6:
brewers yeast
fish
liver
pinto, navy, lima, garbanzo beans
lentils
walnuts
brown rice
bananas
Now there are many, many other foods that contain these nutrients so i encourage you to research foods that support thyroid function for yourself as well. The other thing to keep in mind is that our soil has been compromised because of all of the pollutants in our environment. Cooking may also reduce some of the nutrients from foods as well. For these reasons it may be necessary for you to take supplements. Just make sure to check to see if any supplements may interact with other meds you may already be taking. Also you may want to look into what time of day you should take them as some supplements do better at night and some do better on an empty stomach.
All of the above vitamins and minerals are extremely vital to the functioning of a healthy thyroid. I encourage you to make sure you are doing everything possible to get these things in your diet daily.
Also remember that there is a distinct connection between gluten and thyroid issues whether you have celiac or not. Many people find that when they remove gluten from their diets they feel better and their thyroids function better as well.
Thanks for reading and remember a healthy thyroid makes for a happier individual!
This information is provided on an informational basis. Be sure to discuss any supplements or change in diet with your doctor or naturopath.
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