How Your Diet Can Relieve Hypothyroidism

Hi there, If you have an underactive thyroid, a hypothyroidism diet can help relieve your symptoms.   The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower front of the neck below the Adam's apple. It makes and stores hormones that help regulate body temperature, heart rate, blood pressure, and metabolism. If you have hypothyroidism, this gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones needed to regulate essential functions. One effect of this is a sluggish metabolism leading to weight gain.   Other hypothyroidism symptoms include:   • Fatigue • Dry skin • Muscle aches • Joint pain, stiffness • Elevated cholesterol level • Intolerance to cold • Hoarsemenss • Irregular menstrual periods • Dry loss • Depression • Mental confusion, slowness of thought • And more.   The leading cause of hypothyroidism is Hashimoto's disease, an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks thyroid tissue.   Other risk factors include:   • The presence of another autoimmune disorder, such as celiac disease. • Gender. Women are more likely than men to develop this disease. • Increasing age • Family history • Pituitary gland disorders • Radiation of the thyroid gland • Thyroid surgery • Certain medications • Iodine deficiency   How Can a Hypothyroidism Diet Help?   There is no cure for hypothyroidism. Instead, it is treated with thyroid medication, typically thyroid hormone replacement medication.   Your diet can heavily influence thyroid disease. For example, some foods and nutrients optimize thyroid function. Conversely, specific foods can interfere with the absorption of replacement hormones used to treat hypothyroidism.   This article outlines the best and the worst foods to eat when you have underactive thyroid disease. What is a Hypothyroidism Diet?   Managing hypothyroidism symptoms involves eating a well-balanced diet with several servings of fruits and vegetables per day and plant-based fats.   These foods are rich in the nutrients scientifically shown to optimize thyroid function. The essential nutrients for proper thyroid function are iodine, selenium, and zinc.   Iodine   Iodine is an essential trace mineral. The thyroid uses it to make the two main thyroid hormones -- thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) -- so it's critical for proper thyroid function. Severe deficiency is a significant risk factor for hypothyroidism.   Because your body cannot produce this mineral, you must get it by eating iodine-rich foods, using iodine-enriched salts, or taking iodine supplements.   Iodine deficiency occurs in about one-third of the world's population affecting over two billion people. But it is rare in the United States and other developed countries due to the availability of iodine in the diet. However, that wasn't always the case.   In the 1920s, people in several country regions experienced goiter, an enlargement of the thyroid gland signifying iodine deficiency. At that time, iodine levels in soil were so low that people had trouble getting enough through their diet.   To address this issue, the U.S. government requested that manufacturers add iodine to table salt, a practice that continues today.   Selenium   Selenium is a mineral found in soil and specific foods. It is essential for various bodily functions and plays a significant role in thyroid hormone production. It is also naturally present in thyroid tissue.   According to a 2017 review article published in the International Journal of Endocrinology, "Selenium is required for the antioxidant function and the metabolism of thyroid hormones".   Indeed, research shows that maintaining proper selenium levels is crucial for preventing thyroid disease and supporting overall health.   Zinc   Zinc is another essential mineral naturally present in or added to specific foods.   It is necessary for numerous bodily functions and is particularly important for thyroid function. For example, zinc helps regulate thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). Therefore, it is crucial for proper thyroid hormone metabolism.   Zinc is prevalent in the food supply, so deficiency is rare.   To see the daily recommended amounts and our recommendations on supplements and foods to eat, visit our blog here.   Foods to Avoid with Hypothyroidism   Specific types of foods and nutrients can interfere with healthy thyroid function. Therefore, you should limit your consumption of these foods.   • Soy Foods • Cruciferous Vegetables • Gluten Foods • Processed Foods   What is the Best Diet for Hypothyroidism?   For a healthy thyroid and body, replace ultra-processed foods with delicious, whole foods as close to their natural state as possible. Examples include fruits and vegetables with no added sugar or flavorings, nutrient-dense proteins, and whole-food fats. Be sure also to eat a variety of high-fiber foods.   Eating a healthy diet is not difficult. It just takes a little planning and meal prep, and it is SO good for your health and thyroid gland. It will also help you maintain a healthy weight.   Take a Daily Luminae™ Tablet!   SANE Luminae™ contains 7-Keto DHEA, a metabolite of DHEA shown to optimize thyroid function.   In clinical trials, the 7-Keto found in Luminae™ increased resting metabolic rate and led to 3 times more weight loss when combined with SANE eating and exercise than a placebo. (That's right. It increased metabolism by 300% in clinical trials.)   Luminae™ also contains green tea leaf extract and grapefruit seed extra shown to boost metabolism and promote weight loss.   So, what are you waiting for? Click here to learn more about Luminae and place your order while supplies last! Yours in good health,   Jonathan Bailor, (347) 979-1735 Chief Research Director SANE North American Wellness Centers New York Times Bestselling Author Copyright © 2022 SANESolution, All rights reserved.   This email may be considered an advertising or promotional message. 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