Things You'll Need:
- Food journal Blood tests Synthroid Synthetic thyroxine Vitamins
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Step 1
Make an appointment with a physician's office. Bring in a list of symptoms and food journal.
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Step 2
Complete prescribed thyroid tests, which include blood work, X-rays and biopsies. Your doctor will view the results and determine if you have an under- or overactive thyroid.
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Step 3
Take either your prescribed synthroid or synthetic thyroxine everyday at the same time. Read directions to get exact information about your pills; however, both are recommended to take before breakfast.
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Step 4
Take vitamins everyday to promote your immune system and thyroid. Individuals with hypothyroidism may take kelp, l-thyrosine, vitamin B and zinc. Hyperthyroid sufferers can take multivitamins, vitamin B, lecithin and vitamin E.
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Step 5
Ask your doctor for a list of foods that suppress or promote the thyroid hormone production. Underactive thyroids respond well to generous servings of high-fiber vegetables, but should avoid foods high in fat. Likewise, overactive thyroids should refrain from foods with caffeine.
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Step 6
Followup with visits to your doctor even if your disease has improved. The majority of thyroid disease sufferers must monitor their condition the rest of their lives.











