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Healthy Thyroid Foods

Healthy Thyroid Foods

February 04, 20251 min read

https://oawhealth.com/2018/10/07/15-foods-that-support-thyroid-health/

Like all systems and glands in your body the Thyroid thrives on the right nutrients.

Thyroid-Healthy Foods 

Iodine-rich foods: 

  • Seafood (salmon, tuna, sardines) 

  • Cod: The Lean Leader of Iodine 

  • Seaweed: The Iodine Producer of the Sea 

  • Sardines: The Anti-Inflammatory Fish 

  • Dairy products (milk, cheese, yogurt) 

  • Eggs 

Selenium-rich foods: 

  • Brazil Nuts: The Salty Selenium-Packed Snack 

  • Sunflower seeds 

  • Whole grains (brown rice, quinoa) 

  • Lima Beans: The Fiber and Folate Forerunner 

  • Spirulina: The Succulent Superfood 

  • Nutritional Yeast: The B-Vitamin Booster 

  • Eggs: The Egg-Extraordinary Enterpriser

Zinc-rich foods: 

  • Pumpkin Seeds: The Magnesium Magician 

  • Almonds 

  • Lentils: The Protein-Packed Powerhouse 

  • Maple Syrup: The darker syrups, such as Grade B, contain more of these beneficial antioxidants than the lighter syrups.

Fiber-rich foods: 

  • Fruits (berries, apples, oranges) 

  • Vegetables (broccoli, spinach, kale) 

  • Whole grains 

Antioxidant-rich foods: 

  • Berries (blueberries, raspberries) 

  • Green tea 

  • Dark Chocolate: The Antioxidant Aid  

Additional Tips: 

  • Avoid processed foods and sugary drinks. 

  • Choose lean protein sources like chicken, fish, and eggs. 

  • Limit your intake of foods high in saturated and trans fats. 

  • Ensure you're getting enough vitamin D, which can help regulate thyroid hormone production.

  • Exercise!

  • Reduce your stress levels: Increased cortisol levels can hinder thyroid function. 

Look for your "Make Your Thyroid Happy" Grocery Shopping List on the Front Desk Counter at your Next visit!

And forward this

"Healthy Thyroid Foods List"

to any of your

Friends who are having Thyroid Challenges!

Happy Trails

Rebecca Carlson D.C.

Dr. Rebecca Carlson D.C.

Rebecca Carlson D.C.

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