4 Ways To Improve Thyroid Health

How is it that this tiny butterfly shaped organ can give us so much trouble? Well, your thyroid serves as your body’s thermostat — constant regulating things like your temperature, hunger levels and energy expenditure. That’s why thyroid problems can cause such widespread symptoms.

Here’s a crazy stat! The American Thyroid Association reports that a whopping one in eight women in the United States is impacted by a thyroid disorder at some point during her lifetime. So if you’re one of them, here are 4 things you can do to help and maybe even reverse your condition.

First off, the thyroid produces two (2) hormones that convert oxygen and calories into energy. This energy is crucial for cognitive functions, mood regulation, digestive processes, a healthy sex drive and much more.

There are two (2) main types of thyroid disorders. Hypothyroidism (Hashimoto’s Disease) is caused by not enough hormones being released. Hyperthyroidism (Grave’s Disease) is caused by too much hormones.

Fortunately, both issues can be dealt with in similar ways.

1. Make sure you’re getting enough iodine, selenium and zinc.
a. Food sources for iodine are: seaweed, kelp, dulse, raw dairy, wild-caught tuna and fermented grains.
b. Food sources for selenium are: brazil nuts, spinach, yellowfin tuna, halibut, canned sardines, grass-fed beef, turkey and beef liver
c. Food sources for zinc are: animal protein, asparagus, green peas, chick peas, cocoa, brussel sprouts, sesame seeds, pistachios, flaxseeds and mushrooms

2. Manage your stress and get enough rest
3. Get rid of external toxins in your kitchen, beauty and body care products
4. Take supplements when necessary
a. Eating a diet that is high in anti-inflammatory foods
b. Choosing a quality Omega 3 supplement
c. Consider a probiotic supplement to support your immune health and a your gut

One thing to note. Be careful when eating iodine rich foods. Too much iodine can be harmful and if you have hyperthyroidism, not hypothyroidism, so always consult with your physician regarding iodine supplementation.

Are you one of the 60% of women you have thyroid issues? Have you tried any of these tips to manage your condition? What were your results?
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