Thyroid is Key to Overall Health. Pay Attention to your Diet

The thyroid gland is one of the most important endocrine systems in the human body. It controls and regulates our metabolism. If there is a problem with thyroid, the metabolic function of the whole body will be affected. Common thyroid problems include hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism and goiter.

5 Common Thyroid Problems

1. Hypothyroidism is caused by insufficient free thyroxine in the body.

2. Hyperthyroidism is caused by too much free thyroxine in the body.

3. Structural abnormalities, mostly a goiter (enlargement of the thyroid gland).

4. A neoplasm, which may be benign or malignant – cancer.

5. Abnormal thyroid function but no clinical symptoms (subclinical hypothyroidism, subclinical hyperthyroidism).

Thyroid and Iodine, Friend + Enemy

Iodine is an essential trace element for the human body. The major function of the thyroid gland is to absorb iodine in the body, use it to regenerate thyroxine for regulating the body cells. If there is a lack of iodine content in the body, it will cause hypothyroidism where one needs to eat food containing iodine. Conversely, patients with hyperthyroidism should avoid iodine-containing foods.

Food to Avoid with Thyroid problems

1. Hyperthyroidism
Patients must reduce the consumption of iodine-containing foods, including seafood such as fish, shrimp, crab, seaweed, kelp, seaweed, oysters, sea dragon, seahorse, salt-baked chicken, durian, chestnut, peanut, mango. Spicy, fried, fried, barbecue, greasy and foods with strong flavours should also be avoided.

2. Hypothyroidism
Patients with hypothyroidism do not need to stop eating seafood but must pay attention to the level of iodine as too much or too little of it might still cause hypothyroidism. Avoid frozen drinks and frozen food.

3. Goiter
Patients with goiter should try to avoid eating food such as cabbage, cauliflower, Chinese cabbage, chestnuts, chestnuts, cassava, corn, bamboo shoots, sweet potatoes, soybeans, green beans, soy milk, tofu, onions, garlic, peanuts, durians, mangoes; try to drink tap water or distilled water and avoid using groundwater. In addition, consume iodine-containing foods in moderation.

Foods that Prevent Thyroid Problems
Some might suggest adjusting the intake of iodine to prevent thyroid, but the key is to find the balance. It is recommended to eat more fruits and vegetables, eat a balanced diet, avoid eating excessively greasy and spicy food. Avoid smoking and drinking. Alcohol can interfere with thyroid hormones and cause endocrine disorder.

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Food to Avoid with Thyroid problems

2. HypothyroidismPatients with hypothyroidism do not need to stop eating seafood but must pay attention to the level of iodine as too much or too little of it might still cause hypothyroidism. Avoid frozen drinks and frozen food.

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2. Hypothyroidism
Patients with hypothyroidism do not need to stop eating seafood but must pay attention to the level of iodine as too much or too little of it might still cause hypothyroidism. Avoid frozen drinks and frozen food.