Do I need to eliminate more foods?

DebE13 · Post by **DebE13** » Sat Aug 31, 2013 6:08 pm

I came across an article on Dr. Oz's website listing foods that should be avoided because they slow the thyroid. A few that caught my attention were almonds, pears, and peanutbutter. I only drink water, almond milks, and coffee. I cant imagine giving up almonds.

Any insight if this would make a big impact on my health would be appreciated. I struggle with eliminating legumes and nightshades already in my quest to hook up with Norman. I dont want to add more foods to my off limits list.

Post by **tex** » Sat Aug 31, 2013 8:45 pm

Well, yes, certain foods support the thyroid, and others inhibit it's function. The article at the following link contains a pretty good discussion of this.

Eating to support your thyroid — simple ways to naturally preserve thyroid function

If you have your thyroid surgically removed, though, all this will be a moot point.

Tex

DebE13 · Post by **DebE13** » Sun Sep 01, 2013 11:08 am

That makes sense, guess i wont worry about it then. I am due for a colonoscopy next fall so i plan to ask them to look into the mast cell issue. Hopefully between that and my thyroid, i will be able to manage my MC

Fish2575 · Post by **Fish2575** » Mon Sep 02, 2013 11:18 am

I have started taking iodine, since the sea salts and mineral salts we use are not supplemented with iodine. I have seen a big improvement in energy and have decreased my thyroid dose since I started.

DebE13 · Post by **DebE13** » Mon Sep 02, 2013 2:17 pm

Ah, i forgot about that. I use sea salt too. I will keep that in mind. Right now i have put everything on hold until i know how i will react to the new meds. I am only taking my vit D and an entocort every other day. Thanks for the reminder!

Fish2575 · Post by **Fish2575** » Mon Sep 02, 2013 2:20 pm

I have a close friend who had thyroid cancer about 5 years ago. I am sure she would be willing to correspond if you have questions. I just saw the note on your profile!

DebE13 · Post by **DebE13** » Tue Sep 03, 2013 5:42 pm

Thats good to know, thank you so much. I meet with my surgeon tomorrow. I already have a list of questions and sure I will have more after we meet.