How to Improve an Underactive Thyroid
Having an under-active thyroid is referred to as hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough of certain hormones. Although women over fifty are more likely to develop this condition, it can occur with anyone, at any age. Improper iodine intake, lack of exercise, nutritional deficiencies, certain foods and the ingestion of too much fluoride can affect the balance and function of the thyroid gland.
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How to Improve an Underactive Thyroid
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Eat two eggs and 1.5 cups of yogurt every day to make sure you're getting enough iodine. (Iodine is a necessary nutrient our bodies need for our thyroid to function properly). Adding salt-water fish, garlic and asparagus in your diet would also improve your iodine intake. (Do not increase iodine intake if you've been diagnosed with an auto-immune form of hypothyroidism---Hashimoto's or Graves disease.)
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Take a brisk 30-minute walk every day to help improve thyroid function. Exercise is very important in treating an underactive thyroid.
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Take a daily high-potency vitamin and mineral supplement that contains vitamin A, B2, B3, B6, C, E, tyrosine, zinc, and selenium all which are necessary for the thyroid to function properly.
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Stay away from fluoride. Studies have shown that fluoride can inhibit the function of the thyroid gland and can contribute to the likelihood of developing an underactive thyroid.
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Avoid cabbage, broccoli, brussel sprouts, turnips, soy and peanuts. These foods are rich in goitergens and can interfere with thyroid function.
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Tips & Warnings
Avoid stress when possible, stress exacerbates all thyroid problems
