Drinks aggressive for the thyroid, such as:
- Coffee;
- Tea;
- Sodas;
- Energy drinks;
- Alcohol;
- Tobacco;
- Smoked meats and cold cuts (ham, salami, meatloaf…);
- It is best to avoid eating very salty foods as they may interfere with the synthesis of thyroid hormones.
- It is also necessary to avoid added fats: butter, oils, salad dressings, sauces which quickly increase the total fat intake, it will help to slow down the weight gain linked to hypothyroidism, but also to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
- Industrial products, prepared meals and refined products.
- Quick acting sugar: cookies, sweets, fried foods, prepared or industrial dishes…
- To avoid potential medical interference, it is best to eat these foods or use these products several hours before or after you take your thyroid medication:
- Walnuts;
- Soybean flour;
- Cottonseed meal;
- Iron supplements or multivitamins containing iron;
- Calcium: some foods that are rich in calcium (or calcium supplements) can interfere with levothyroxine absorption.
A healthy, balanced diet can ease and improve even the most unpleasant conditions. Please see a doctor to develop your perfect meal plan and lead a healthy, happy, full life.
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