5 Superfoods to Support and Improve Thyroid Health

Do you have a normal thyroid gland? These two hormones are very important as they control energy, metabolism, temperature regulation, mood swings, heartbeat and blood pressure. 

 This is true particularly in cases where the thyroid gland is slow in producing hormones, thus leading to a condition known as hypothyroidism and which can be detrimental to your body and make you feel less active than you should feel. 

 Thyroid Superfoods 

 The cause of thyroid disorders is as yet unknown but it has been suggested that some foods can be helpful for thyroid gland. Here is a list of five foods that complement with Hypothyroidism; 

 Roasted seaweed 

 Organic products like kelp, nori, and wakame are quite rich in iodine – a micro nutrient which is essential in normal functioning of thyroid gland. You can consume seaweed with sushi or buy snack seaweeds that you can sprinkle on salads. 

 Salted nuts 

 Brazil nuts, Macadamia nuts and Hazelnuts are the rich source of selenium element which is required for healthy functionality of thyroid gland. Third, carry a small bag of a variety of nuts to munch on during the course of the day. 

 Baked fish 

 Fish contains Omega-3 fatty acids and selenium, which are known to have a role of reducing inflammation. Eat for lunch or dinner baked salmon, cod, sea bass, haddock, or perch, as you will obtain omega- 3s fatty acids and selenium. 

 Dairy 

 Yogurt, ice cream and milk  are some of the tested dairy products that contain iodine. It is required in the thyroid gland in order not to cause the enlargement of the gland which is referred to as goiter. Consume low fat frozen yogurt to get adequate amount of iodine in your body. 

 Fresh eggs 

 Selenium and iodine are also found in healthy rates in eggs. Consumption of eggs should be taken in the natural state so that it has a maximum impact on the body’s health and wellbeing since most vitamins and other nutrients are found in the yellow part of the egg. 

 In order to plan which foods to consume, and ensure that they are thyroid-healthy foods it may help to create yourself a thyroid diet chart. Ideally, you can stick it on the refrigerator or any other area of the kitchen that enables you to get reminded regularly on the strategies as you go about with the dieting process.

Thyroid disorders are common in the US in that whereas approximately 19 million people in the population suffer from thyroid disorders, only 40 percent are knowledgeable about it. Use this list of symptoms to determine whether you can have a thyroid problem or not. If you are developing concerns with thyroid function, then consult a primary care physician or endocrinologist in Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Group. 

 Sources: 

 Description Source: DrSono | Iodine Deficiency 

 Low Iodine Diet: An ATA Guide for Practice(dm) 

 American Thyroid Association Classification | Hypothyroidism 

 NIH | Iodine in diet 

 Thyroid Destruction 9 Foods That You Shouldn’t Consume. 

 7 Foods for Hypothyroidism Patient to Consider for Inclusion in their Diet Plan