Thanks to outspoken doctors and the media, instead of being overlooked, thyroid disease has become a more public and discussed issue over the last decade. Because women are more prone to having thyroid imbalances, we often first notice symptoms through our energy levels, sleep habits, weight and fertility. If you are struggling in any of these areas, I urge you to speak with a medical professional and get your levels tested to rule out any possible thyroid problems. But whether or not you take medication to regulate the gland’s hormones, you can still stock up on specific nutrients and foods that nourish the thyroid for overall better health and function.
15 Foods That Nourish the Thyroid
- Sea vegetables for iodine
- Brazil nuts and sunflower seeds for selenium
- Turkey, whole grains and ginger root for zinc
- Spinach for iron
- Carrots for vitamin A
- Citrus fruits for vitamin C
- Beans for vitamin E
- Wild rice and egg yolks for vitamin B2
- White chicken meat for vitamin B3
- Fish and bananas for vitamin B6
What’s been your experience with your thyroid gland? Have you found any other natural foods that nourish the thyroid?
