Thyroid Problem and Solutions

Thyroid Problem and Solutions:

The best way is to follow MNLS 10 daily steps and change your life style as per the following link

http://rishiraveendran.blogspot.com/2013/01/manthenas-natural-living-style.html

Diet for thyroid patients
- Coconut
- Coconut oil
- Hazelnuts
- Almonds
- Cashews
- Beans
- Pumpkin seeds
- Sesame seeds
- Onions
- Sunflower seeds
- Leafy green vegetables
- Red berries
- Tomatoes

Foods to Avoid for Thyroid Patients

Some foods slow down the functioning of the thyroid gland and should therefore, be avoided by thyroid patients.

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 cabbage and all its variations like broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, kale etc. and also mustard, turnips, rutabaga, radish, horseradish, watercress, sweet potatoes, cassava and canola oil. Soy, millet and peanuts also include goitrogens and should be avoided.

Soy Products

It is also important to reduce or stop consumption of soy products like soy milk and tofu. And if you must have soy milk, make sure you do not consume it before or after 3 hours of taking your thyroid medicine.

Simple Carbs

Simple carbohydrates such as processed white sugar, cooked carrots, ripe bananas, dried fruits, honey, maple syrup, white bread, white rice, potatoes, white pasta, sweets etc. should be avoided.

Caffeine

Avoid caffeine in the form of coffee, tea, chocolate, soft drinks, icecreams and caffeinated energy drinks.

A Perfect Thyroid Diet

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 cashews, sunflower seeds, wheat bran cereals, whole-grain products, and cocoa products are all rich in copper. Foods like leafy green vegetables, beans 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.

In addition to taking care of your diet for thyroid by eating and avoiding the above mentioned foods, you also need to learn to manage your stress since thyroid has a proven relationship to stress. Try to stay calm and use relaxation techniques to manage your thyroid effectively.

Practice regular ujjayi pranayama daily early in the morning on empty stomach.

All the best
Courtesy: JK Mehta, MNLS Mentor