Health
superfoods
superfoods for a superior thyroid
An estimated 27 million
Americans have thyroid
disease, and more than
half are undiagnosed. Frequently
misunderstood, and too often
overlooked and misdiagnosed,
thyroid disease affects almost
every aspect of health. Taking
care of it with good nutrition is a
smart step in the right direction.
Here are some superfoods that
research has shown can nurture
a healthy thyroid, as well as some
ones to avoid.
• Coconut and coconut butter,
or more commonly known as
coconut oil, has been used as a
food and medicine since the dawn
of history. Unlike saturated animal
fats found in meats and dairy
products, coconut butter is a raw
saturated fat containing fatty acids
which the body can metabolize
efficiently and convert to energy
quickly. Research also shows it
helps to regulate thyroid function.
• Kelp is a stellar, nutrient-dense
sea vegetable. It is also known as
Laminaria and contains a natural
substance that enhances flavor and
tenderizes. Kelp works as a blood
purifier, and promotes adrenal,
pituitary and thyroid health. Its
natural iodine may help normalize
thyroid-related disorders, like
overweight, and lymph system
congestion.
• Turkey is one of the leanest
protein foods and is low in calories,
8 WomanToWomanMagazine.com
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