15 Best Foods That Can Heal Your Thyroid
Are you feeling sad, tired, or unable to control your weight and
can’t figure out where you are going wrong? It could be your thyroid not doing its work.
According to American Thyroid Association, about 20 million Americans have some
form of thyroid disease. So what is the thyroid,
and why is it making you depressed or fat? It is the main gland in your body,
responsible for metabolism, heartbeat, temperature, digestion, energy usage,
and the reason it's not doing its job is maybe you, not supplying it with essential nutrients.
But the good news is you can heal it by eating the right food.
In today’s video, we will share with you the 15 Best foods that can heal your thyroid.
From berries, eggs, olive oil, and more. Stay tuned to find out more.
#1. Eggs Minerals like zinc and selenium are crucial
for proper thyroid functioning and maintaining the hormone levels and eggs have lots of them.
You can get 20 percent of your daily selenium needs and 15 percent zinc needs by eating one egg.
According to a study, selenium has a vital role in activating thyroid hormones, plus it protects the
thyroid from the damage of free radicals. Eggs also contain 16% of the daily value
of iodine, another essential mineral for thyroid health.
#2. Berries Berries are a rich source of vitamin C,
an antioxidant vitamin that helps to neutralize harmful free radicals and protect your thyroid.
According to research published in BMC Endocrine Disorders Journal, low levels of
vitamin C and other nutritional antioxidants were seen in people with thyroid diseases;
as compared to people having healthy thyroid. You can fulfill your daily requirements of
vitamin C by eating one cup of strawberry halves. In this way, you can give a treat to
your taste buds and nutrients to the body. One cup of strawberry provides 89.4 mg
or 149% of the daily value of vitamin C. Other types of berries are also rich in vitamin C.
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#3. Bone broth One of the causes of thyroid problems is leaky gut
which you could avoid by bone drink. Leaky gut causes toxins to escape into your bloodstream,
where they can cause inflammation and damage the thyroid. Bone broth contains gelatin, which
soothes gut walls and anti-inflammatory nutrients to fight systemic inflammation. The fish broth
has double benefits as it also contains iodine, a mineral needed for making thyroid hormones.
#4. Seaweed Seaweed is the richest source of iodine available.
By eating just 10 grams of dried nori (a type of seaweed), you can get 232 micrograms of iodine
which is 155 percent of the daily value. It also contains zinc and antioxidants, which makes it
super beneficial for the thyroid. But due to the extremely high quantity of iodine, it is better
to eat once a week as a high amount of iodine can also disturb the optimal function of your thyroid.
#5. Iodized salt Iodine deficiency can lead to hypothyroidism
and goiter, which are the most common thyroid disorders. Our body cannot make iodine naturally,
so getting it from the diet is a must, and the best way to do that is to use iodized salt.
Use half a teaspoon of iodized salt daily; you can add it to anything for taste but make
sure to control the quantity as too much salt and; iodine is harmful to your body.
#6. Olive oil Olive oil is the most nourishing oil we have.
It enriched the body with healthy fats and nutrients required for thyroid functions.
According to a study, olive oil helps convert T4, an inactive thyroid hormone,
to an active thyroid hormone, T3. It also benefits the thyroid indirectly by providing
antioxidants to protect against inflammation caused by free radicals. Try to replace
unhealthy oils with olive oil; however, don't use more than ten tablespoons a day.
#7. Artichokes Artichokes are the most
effective food for healing the thyroid because they can provide you iodine, antioxidants,
probiotics, all of which have a beneficial effect on the thyroid directly or indirectly.
It also contains the enzyme Rutin which increases the uptake of iodine in the body.
#8. Apples Heavy metals like mercury in your
body can cause thyroid inflammation by occupying the iodine binding site. Studies indicate a
reduction in T4 and T3 (thyroid hormones) levels when the level of mercury in blood increases.
Apples contain pectin, a soluble fiber that helps to flush out toxins like mercury from your body.
Eat the whole apple with the skin to get the maximum amount of pectin.
Some other fruits like cranberries, plums, grapes are also rich in pectin.
#9. Chicken and Beef They are a good source of zinc, a
mineral essential for thyroid hormone production. According to studies, zinc is necessary for the
conversion of inactive thyroid hormone to the active form. Zinc is also required for
a healthy immune system, cell growth, and wound healing. If you have thyroid disease and are low
in thyroid hormones, absorption of zinc decreases which can cause deficiency of zinc in the body.
#10. Yogurt Yogurt is a good source of iodine.
One cup of low-fat plain yogurt can give you 75 micrograms of iodine that is half of your daily
requirement. Studies indicate a strong correlation between gut and thyroid; low thyroid hormones can
cause leaky gut while poor gut health suppresses thyroid function, so probiotics in yogurt are
also beneficial for your thyroid. Vitamin D fortified yogurt can double the benefits.
#11. Sardines Sardines contain high
selenium and omega-3 fatty acids to support thyroid health. Selenium helps in thyroid
hormones production and protects the thyroid against damage caused by oxidative stress,
while omega-3 fatty acids lower inflammation and prevent auto-immune thyroid disease. Three
ounces of tinned sardines contain 45 micrograms of selenium which is 82 percent of your daily value.
#12.Chickpeas Chickpeas contain a substantial
amount of zinc which makes them beneficial for your thyroid. A common symptom of low
thyroid function is constipation; chickpeas can prevent constipation by their high fiber amount.
One cup (164g) of chickpeas contains 2.5g of zinc and 12.5g of fiber.
#13. Brazil nuts Brazil nuts provide
double benefits as they are rich in iron plus selenium.
Studies indicate the beneficial effect of iron for normal thyroid hormone metabolism.
An enzyme, thyroid peroxidase, is iron-dependent, and low iron in the body makes it less active and
eventually causes a reduction in thyroid hormone. 100 g of Brazil nuts contain 13%
of the daily value of iron, but it is advisable to eat no more than 2 to 3 brazil nuts a day
as they are very high in selenium; One ounce (6-8 nuts) provide you 989 percent of the daily value.
#14. Turmeric A golden spice with its antioxidant activity and
active compound curcumin can help you heal your thyroid. It stimulates thyroid hormone production,
reduces inflammation, and protects the thyroid from oxidative damage of free radicals.
According to a study published in the Indian Journal of Endocrinology and Metabolism,
low thyroid disorders and Tumeric use is interconnected.
It could be due to the healing properties of turmeric.
#15.Oysters Oysters can be great for healing your thyroid
as they contain more zinc than any other food. According to the US Department of Agriculture,
one raw oyster contains 5.5 mg of zinc, about 50 percent of the recommended amount of zinc.
They also provide iron, selenium, and vitamin B12 delivering extra benefits to
your thyroid. According to a study published in the Journal of Nutrition, low zinc levels in the
body are associated with low thyroid hormone levels and lower BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate).
What you eat impacts your health, and if you are someone dealing with thyroid issues,
then your diet can play a significant role. Taking medications without modifying your diet is of
no use as thyroid issues demand lifestyle and dietary changes. Happy thyroid means happy you.
Add these foods to your diet, heal your thyroid, and enjoy a healthier, happier life.
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