Thyroid

Hi, Ossie-Sharon. I will keep that in mind about those fruits as well. Again, I like most fruits so that shouldn’t be any problem to pick something else. I will be going in for general blood tests and a test on my thyroid function tomorrow since as I mentioned I do have health issues and my doctor wants to check things now. I don’t expect she’ll have any objections to this diet at all though. Thanks again for all your help.

Hi, Ossie-Sharon, and thank you for your help. I hadn’t been aware of that about those vegetables (obviously) but will keep it in mind when planning my salad and vegetable choices. Fortunately, I do like most vegetables so it won’t be too hard to cut back on those kinds. Are there any fruits I should be avoiding or cutting back? And what is the limits on fruits for a day? I noticed there are a great many vegetables that are unlimited but is that true of any fruits? Or does the sugars in fruits make them a limited per day item? Again, thanks for you help.

I also have no functioning thyroid and have trouble losing or even maintaining a good weight. I do take a replacement thyroid hormone but when I turned 50 the doctor lowered my dosage due to concern for the number of years I’d been on the drug as well as the additionsl risk of osteoporsis. Since that point I’ve been one slow pony and I can gain weight just smelling food. Over the years I have been told certain things that would be better for me–such as avoiding anything high in iodine (including iodized salts)–but I have never heard anything about not eating cruciferous vegetables. As most of what you listed are some of my favorite vegetables, can you explain why to avoid these vegetables? Anything that might explain some of the strange medical problems I have (which my doctor says could be diet related)is of interest to me. Thanks for any help and comments.

Hi, carlip. Did you undergo any other evaluations for your thyroid? Blood tests? Did you get a specific diagnosis, i.e. hyper- or hypothroid? I ask, because this can really influence the specific recommended food choices.
Other than that, the principles of this program are definitely supporting of a healthy metabolism in conditions of thyroid dysfunction – fairly low in carbs, high in protein and good fats, and with a feature enabling you to choose which foods you want in your daily menu (and avoid the ones you don’t).

Hi, exblonde and grandmom777. Hopefully both of you are bieng followed by healthcare professionals for your condition, and perhaps receiving replacement medication.
This program is designed to balance your metabolism, and that includes diabetes and cholesterol in particular, as well as hypothyroid. The design of the menus is intended to do much of this, and the Menu Planner lists guide you to make the best choices – foods that are lightest blue are the most advantageous. Some of these foods are upgrades to common foods, and others may be unfamiliar but can really contribute to improved metabolism. We encourage you to try some and see they can be incorporated into your regular eating.
If you are taking thyroid-replacement therapy, it is best to avoid goitrogenic items, such as supplements high in iodine, as well as cruciferous vegetables (Brussels sprouts, cabbage, broccoli), soy, and alcohol.

I too have an underactive thyroid and put on weight easily, but I have just been diagnosed with diabetes and would like to control it with diet/weight loss. Any help/advice?

I too have an underactive thyroid and take medication for it. Hard for me to lose weight. Now weigh 142 although I was 141 yesterday. Can’t seem to break into the 130’s–my goal being 125 and I’m 5’4″. Perhaps I’m eating the wrong foods. Love broccoli, cabbage, Brussels. Love all veggies and fruits. Will continue to read these posts and maybe I will learn something. I do not eat a lot but do space my eating maybe every 4 hours.