List of iodine-containing products for the thyroid gland

Competent dietary nutrition is one of the leading in the complex treatment and prevention of thyroid pathologies.

Thyroid function

The importance of this small endocrine organ for the body is enormous. Its functions include:

• controlling the speed and harmony of chemical reactions of metabolism,
• controlling growth and division and body cells
• optimizing the hormonal background in accordance with the needs of the body
• formation of calcium as the main material of bones and participant in chemical reactions in the body,
• participationin the recovery processes of bone tissue.

Main pathologies of

Thyroid dysfunction may manifest in a decrease in its function - hypothyroidism. In this case, the person slows down metabolism, he quickly becomes tired. When hypothyroidism patients are somewhat slow, gain weight without a special reason.

It is possible, on the contrary, hyperfunction of the gland. Then there is an acceleration of metabolism. In this case, patients are overly excited and active, lose weight.

The thyroid gland is a pathology in which the gland increases in size.

In these diseases, the use of products that significantly increase the effectiveness of treatment is recommended. The table, which contains a list of recommended and prohibited products should always be at hand.

When iodine nutrition correction is needed

It is worthwhile to consult a specialist for medical advice and advice on how to make a list of useful foods if there are such manifestations:

• sleep disturbance of all kinds,
• sleep disorder,
• unexplained decrease in total body temperature and blood pressure,
• disturbance of emotional background down to a depressive state,
• weight change in either direction,
• sharp set or weight reduction,
• hyperhidrosis,
• increased sweatingь,
• "protrusion" of eyeballs,
• tremor tremor of different degree of severity,
• unmotivated general weakness.

After diagnosis, treatment will be prescribed and food will be recommended. Products with a high iodine content

The most important iodine-containing products that benefit the thyroid gland in hypothyroidism:

Potatoes in baked form. It is in this dish, prepared from a pair of small-sized potatoes, contains more than a third of the daily norm of iodine, which makes it useful for hypothyroidism.

Cranberry. It has a large supply of vitamin K and C, iodine. Even in a piece of pie with a cranberry filling is concluded almost a daily dose of iodine.

Cod. This is a good choice for long-standing hypothyroidism. It contains iodine and fish oil in a proportion that promotes optimal absorption of both substances. One fish contains half the daily rate. Fish red caviar. In addition to high iodine content, it stimulates the immune system, promotes the normalization of calcium metabolism of the thyroid gland, promotes the synthesis of hemoglobin and its delivery through the body, reduces the risk of thrombus formation, strengthens vascular tone, and dilutes blood.

Shrimps. Only 200 grams of them are useful in that they supply the body with iodine by a quarter of the norm.

Canned tuna. But they are useful only in oil. This preservative contains 10% of the daily dosage of iodine.

Dried seaweed. They occupy one of the first places among useful in normalizing the content of iodine in hypothyroidism. They surpass even many seafood. Only 7 grams of this sea grass will give 300% of the daily dose of iodine! !!

Sea kale. It is one of the products with the highest iodine content. Therefore, it contributes to memory improvement, concentration of attention, normalization of hemoglobin parameters. Broccoli cabbage, white. They cleanse the intestine well, removing excess fluid. They also contribute to the normalization of the hormonal background.

Baked turkey. It is not inferior to shrimp by the volume of iodine. However, it contains other useful substances: vitamin B, phosphorus, magnesium.

Milk. One glass contains one-third of the daily dose of iodine.

Natural yoghurt. He is one of the leaders not only in the content of iodine. It contains a lot of calcium. One glass gives half of the daily portion.

Boiled steep eggs. These habitual products contain almost 10% of the iodine norm.

Iodized salt. To fill it with the amount of iodine in the body with hypothyroidism is the easiest. Today, many nutritionists recommend to abandon the podsalivanie products, which is only partly correct.

Himalayan salt. It has a pink tinge and a lot of useful microelements. The main feature that in it they, including iodine, are presented in the most easily digestible form. Iodine in it is 0.5 grams, one and a half doses per day.

Prunes.5-7 dried plums contain 9% of the daily required iodine.

Persimmon. This orange fruit is a real panacea. It is recommended to use it for the prevention of oncology, reducing the likelihood of the formation of stones in the genito-urinary organs. Persimmon cleanses the intestines, helps normalize blood pressure figures.

Buckwheat. It has an anti-cancer effect, I prevent the formation of oncological formations. It releases toxic metabolites, strengthens and tones the vascular walls. It is recommended for diabetes mellitus as a way to normalize blood glucose levels.

Products not recommended categorically

It is necessary to exclude from the diet in the pathology of the thyroid gland in general:

• of any kind of alcohol,
• confectionery pastry,
• sausages, marinades, spices.

Products without iodine

Some products that do not contain iodine, but are useful in hypothyroidism, should be combined with products rich in iodine. Iodine is absent in such products:

• bananas,
• oranges,
• cranberries,
• egg whites,
• vegetable oil,
• seasonings,
• honey.

Hyperthyroidism

The purpose of dietary nutrition in the hyperfunction of the gland in the saturation of the body with useful substances, enhancing the body's defenses.

Featured Products:

• bread,
• soups,
• meat, poultry and fish, excluding fatty varieties,
• liver,
• dairy products,
• eggs,
• creamy, melted, vegetable oils,
• cereals( especially welcome buckwheat and oat),
• all kinds of pasta,
• boiled legumes( preferably in the form of puree),
• vegetables, berries, fruits( in priority raw, but cooking is also quite acceptable),
• honey,
• spices and spices in moderation,
• tea, natural coffee and cocoadrinks can add milk),
• product of dogrose,
• natural juices( it is better to cook them yourself).

Hypothyroidism

Nutrition for hypothyroidism requires such dishes as contain more iodine. This:

• Most seafood, sea kale.
• Meat( should avoid fatty varieties).
• Fruits. Rich in potassium( bananas, pears), they not only promote the synthesis of thyroid hormones, but also improve cardiac activity, increase overall tone and mood.
• Coffee. No more than a cup a day and natural. It gives the body magnesium, vitamin D, which are necessary for the normal functioning of the thyroid gland.

Thyroid gland

With this diagnosis it is recommended to include in the diet:

• seafood,
• decoctions of herbs in the form of tea( hops, yarrow, wormwood),
• sprouted wheat, garlic, celery,
• raspberries,
• blueberries,
• gooseberries,
• cabbage, pumpkin, beets,
• compote of dried fruits.

Be sure to stop using sausages, marinades, coffee, sausages, alcohol, confectionery, any fast food.

Properly formulated and performed diet for hypothyroidism, goiter and hyperfunction of the body is mandatory for optimal compensation of pathological nuances of the thyroid gland.