“Frequently misunderstood, and too
often overlooked and misdiagnosed,
thyroid disease affects almost every
aspect of health.”
making it an excellent healthy
food choice. Turkey also contains
selenium which has been shown
to inhibit cancer development,
improve the immune system,
and aid in the metabolism of our
thyroid hormone.
• Both copper and iron are so
important for thyroid function,
so thyroid patients should take
time to make sure they’re getting
enough in their diets. Foods such as
organ meats, oysters, clams, crabs,
cashews, sunflower seeds, wheat
bran cereals, whole-grain products,
and cocoa products are all rich
in copper. Foods like leafy green
vegetables, beans, shellfish, red
meat, and poultry are high in iron.
Complement your iron intake with
adequate amounts of vitamin C
from foods such as citrus fruits, red
berries, tomatoes, potatoes, and
bell peppers to help maximize your
body’s iron absorption efficiency.
What to avoid
Thyroid patients should avoid
the consumption of goitrogens,
substances that suppress the
function of the thyroid gland,
and which can also cause an
enlargement of the thyroid.
Goitrogens are in foods such as
broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels
sprouts, cabbage, mustard, kale,
turnips, and canola oil. Soy and
peanuts also include goitrogens
and should be avoided.
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