HARMFUL FOOD FOR THYROID…!
What should we consume?
If you are suffering from thyroid, you need to pay special attention to certain foods and your diet.
Thyroid, a small gland in the throat, controls the metabolism of our body, which gives our body energy. But there are some foods that harm the thyroid. We will know about these harmful foods and their impact on the healthy body in this blog.
Connection between Thyroid and Diet:-
The regulation of thyroid hormones depends on your correct diet. Nutrients like iodine, zinc, selenium are required for thyroid function. But if you consume food that spoils the function of thyroid, then you will see hormonal imbalance and gap in their production. To avoid this, it is important to choose the right diet.
1. Soy and Soy Products
Soy and soy products slow down the production of thyroid hormone and can also affect iodine absorption. Iodine absorption is important for thyroid functioning.
If you have Hypothyroidism, then you should consume soy products in limited quantity. If you know that there is right amount of iodine in your diet, then you can take soy products.
Soy product:- tofu, soy milk and soybeans
2. Cruciferous Vegetables (Cabbage, Broccoli, Kale)
Goitrogen is present in cruciferous vegetables, it stops iodine absorption, iodine is necessary for making thyroid hormone, if you want to eat this or there is iodine deficiency then you can take it by lightly steaming it, which can reduce the effect of goitrogenic.
Cruciferous Vegetables:- cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli and kale
3. Processed Foods and Junk Food
Sodium and preservatives are harmful for thyroid, it is mostly present in processed food. It slows down the metabolism of thyroid and increases inflammation. This can also affect our overall health.
Processed foods: Chips, packaged snacks and frozen foods
4. Gluten-Rich Foods
If you have autoimmune thyroid disease like Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, gluten is a bit problematic for you. You should follow a gluten-free diet that can improve inflammation and immune response.
If you are experiencing fatigue, digestion issues and frequent bloating, you should definitely follow a gluten-free diet.
Gluten :- (which is found in wheat, barley and rye)
5. Sugar and Sugary Drinks
If you consume sugar and sugary drinks in excess, it can have a bad impact on thyroid metabolism, and high sugar intake increases the risk of obesity and diabetes and it has a direct impact on thyroid.
These sugary drinks increase insulin resistance. It is important for blood sugar levels to be stable in the body. So stop consuming sugary foods.
Sugar food :- Chocolate, Biscuits, Cakes and Pastries, Ice Cream, Sweetened juices, Soft drinks / Colas
6. Excess Caffeine
Caffeine containing products disturb our thyroid function to a great extent and also imbalance the body’s hormones. If you are suffering from hypothyroidism or suffering from it, keep your caffeine consumption moderate. If you take caffeine in excess, it increases the stress on your adrenal glands.
Caffeine :- Tea, coffee, orange drinks, soft drinks.
7. Alcohol
Alcohol is harmful for our health but it affects our thyroid gland the most and causes problems in hormone production. Alcohol also impairs liver function which is necessary to maintain the metabolism of thyroid hormone. Consuming alcohol on daily basis reduces hormone levels. Weight gaining, fatigue, mood swings are the symptoms seen in the body.
Alcohol :- Whiskey, wine, drugs, beer
8. Fast Foods and High-Fat Foods
Trans fats and hydrogenated oils in these high fat foods are harmful for thyroid. Because of this inflammation gets increases and thyroid hormone production is stopped. We should avoid deep-fried items, pizza, burgers etc and the food items which contain excessive oil.
Fast food:- French fries, burger, pizza,
9. Raw banana and Spinach
Raw banana and spinach are good hot health, but if we are it in raw form it may be harmful for thyroid function.
This raw banana and spinach reduces the production of iodine, which is important for production of thyroid hormone. That’s why we should boil and cook the foods properly.
10. Dairy Products (If Lactose Intolerance Ho)
Many people are lactose intolerant, due to which if you consume dairy products, inflammation and digestive issues increase and your thyroid function is affected. If you feel bloating, fatigue or indigestion after using dairy products, you can choose products like almond milk, coconut milk.
Dairy products:- milk, panir, curd, buttermilk, butter
What to do?
You should follow a balanced diet rich in iodine.ducts and iodized salt.
You can consume healthy nutritious food, fresh fruits, vegetables after cooking them properly.
Pay full attention to hydration, you can consume water, herbal teas but you should avoid alcohol and caffeine based products.
Exercise is very important which regulates your metabolism and improves the function of thyroid.
Manage stress: To keep your hormonal control and keep the function of thyroid good, you should do stress relieving yoga like yoga, meditation.
Consult your doctor regularly:
For thyroid, you should get medical checkup done on time and follow proper diet.
If you are suffering from thyroid, avoid consuming the food given above.
For a healthy, stress free lifestyle, do yoga, meditation, exercise properly.
And follow a proper diet after consulting your doctor properly.
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