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β What is the BEST diet for thyroid patients? - Issue 159 - Thyroid Family Newsletter
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"What is the BEST diet for thyroid patients?" ISSUE 159, 15th August 2024 Welcome to all members of our thyroid family, new and old. It's lovely to have you here and a part of our thyroid family. π€ This free email newsletter goes out every two weeks on a Thursday and is the best way to keep up to date on all my work and hear directly from me without relying on social media algorithms! I hope you'll find this issue inspiring, reassuring and useful in your own thyroid journey. My aim is to share the information you need to live well with hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's, as well as keep you up-to-date with what I'm doing in the thyroidsphere! β Thursday Thoughts Many people with hypothyroidism / Hashimotoβs are keen to know whether a change in their diet could yield reduced symptoms of fatigue, joint pain and indigestion, among many others. π² Now, first and foremost, I have to make it clear that there is no magical diet thatβs going to cure your hypothyroidism, no matter what you read online. π Secondly, when it comes to nutrition and what we eat, itβs important to be aware that what makes one person feel well or unwell, can have the opposite effect on another, and this is certainly true with thyroid patients, where some feel the benefit of removing certain types of food and others do not. π₯¬ The short answer is: no ONE diet works best for everyone. π Weβre all different and often find that different things work for different people. π₯ There are plenty of different ways to eat out there and different dietary changes work for different people. π₯ If you want to attempt removing something from your diet to see if you feel better without it - sure, give it a go. An elimination diet for a few weeks can be useful for this. (NOTE: Please test for things like coeliac wherever possible, before removing gluten!) π§ But overall, eating a nutrient dense diet is always going to be beneficial to thyroid patients in terms of supporting energy levels and optimum health. π« Iβd be wary of removing loads of things. This can lead to low nutrient levels, increased fatigue, stress and also disordered eating behaviours. βReads my full article about diet here.β βYou can also find my FULL info about this and more, in my book ββBe Your Own Thyroid Advocateβ. β Thursday Health Check-in My latest test results came back! Thyroid hormone levels still optimal, Hashimoto's still in remission, Vitamin D and B12 optimal but ferritin... still low! It's finally back in range however, but only just. So the supplements and a retest continues. I am being referred to a specialist for my itchy and sore scalp causes... so I am hopeful to find out what's finally going on there. β Outro - β β - Rachel Hill, The Invisible Hypothyroidism Follow Rachel on: Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Twitterβ β Sponsor a future issue of this newsletter and share your services or product with over 9,000 readers. π Interested? Contact me for more info!
Articles Update Done! I am finally done updating all 400+ articles on my website! There is SO MUCH to learn from these and I have pored countless hours in to them. βEnjoy browsing them here.β Acid Reflux, Stomach Acid and Hypothyroidism High or low stomach acid can lead to GORD, GERD, acid reflux, heartburn, indigestion, difficulty swallowing, chest pain/discomfort, coughing and even hoarseness. βRead this here.β *** What Happens If You Stop Taking Your Thyroid Medication Iβm often asked:
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This is where I share my favourite thyroid health supporting tools and resources every fortnight. π π Book: An Unexpected Outcome: The Heel Prick Test by Penny Walterβ This book is a reassuring read to children, as well as their families and friends, concerning the need for blood tests, taking daily medication and also covers what the thyroid gland is and why its hormones are important in the growth and development of children. β π Podcast Episode: "I'm Fine" Podcast by Jean Campbellβ Model Jean Campbell has launched this podcast of very interesting discussions surrounding living with pain - of all types. There are already some really fabulous episodes, and my own with Jean will be airing this month. β π₯ Recipe: Coconut Veggie Curry Recipeβ Coconut veggie curry recipe - a healthy, budget-friendly dinner that takes less than 25 minutes to make. Gluten-free and Coeliac-friendly. Read it here. You can read more on my approach to diet / dietary changes with thyroid disease here. β π§ͺ Test: Thyroid and vitamin levels testβ I just used this test to check my iron and thyroid levels again. You can get 10% off with the code INVISIBLE10 β π Self-Care Nugget: Exercise Classes In the last few months I had to pause my weekly dance fitness classes due to other responsibilities. But I am starting them again! β π Other things I'm loving at the moment:
That's all for this issue of The Thyroid Family Newsletter, but you can find more information and support: β In my website articles! β In my books! β On my Facebook | Instagram | Threads | Twitter! β Keep an eye out for the next issue in two weeks time! Rachel Hill, The Invisible Hypothyroidism β Please Note: None of the statements in this publication should be taken as an official endorsement of any particular product, including any sponsored content. I strongly suggest consulting your doctor before making any changes to your lifestyle or health regimen. The information included in this publication is not meant to substitute the clinical guidance provided by a healthcare professional. Rachel Hill / The Invisible Hypothyroidism is not medically qualified and does not offer medical advice. Read the full disclaimer here. By reading this newsletter, you agree to understanding this information. This newsletter may also contain affiliate links where I earn a small commission if you purchase through it. This does not change the way I work or the products I link to, and it doesnβt change your user experience. To find out more information, please read my disclosure statement. For example, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. β Copyright Β© 2024 The Invisible Hypothyroidism. All rights reserved. |
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I run the Thyroid Family Newsletter. A two weekly newsletter for thyroid patients providing news, research, advice, tips and discounts in the thyroidsphere, to help them on their journey to better health from an award winning thyroid patient advocate.
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