(NaturalNews) One of the fastest growing health conditions in the US is hypothyroidism. The most common symptoms experienced are lethargy, depression and weight gain. Some of the newest reports are estimating that 15-30% of the population may have thyroid problems. An anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle provide natural solutions to boost thyroid function. The thyroid gland is one of the most sensitive regions of the body to environmental toxins. The most common environmental toxins affecting thyroid function include: Industrial Pollutants in Air & Water Ionizing Radiation from medical devices and microwaves Heavy Metals such as Mercury, Lead, & Aluminum Perfluorooctanoate (PFOA) and other chemicals in non-stick pans Fluoride in water, toothpaste, & many processed foods Inflammatory foods and food allergens Whole house air & water purification devices should be used in home and work settings. Microwaves should not be used to avoid the potential effects of ionizing radiation and irradiated foods. Silver (mercury) filling removal is critically important and should only be done by a biologically certified dentist who is trained in safe amalgam filling removal. Provoked metal challenges can be used to assess heavy metal toxicities, and oral chelation strategies can effectively remove these particles. All non-stick pans should be replaced with high quality ceramic, stainless steel, or cast iron cookware. Certain foods must be avoided or prepared properly in order to minimize exposure to potential thyroid toxins. One of the major thyroid toxins is gluten. Gluten is a naturally occurring protein found in wheat, barley, rye, kamut & spelt. Nearly all processed foods contain gluten. Other foods such as oatmeal are often contaminated with gluten. The gluten molecule closely resembles that of the thyroid gland. Individuals with dysbiosis, leaky gut syndrome and gluten intolerances are at risk for an auto-immune reaction to gluten that triggers inflammation into the thyroid gland. Goitrogens are naturally occurring anti-nutrients in certain foods that interfere with the production of thyroid hormones. Unfermented soy products contain a tremendous amount of goitrogens. The only process that has been shown to remove these thyroid toxic components is a deep fermentation cycle that produces products such as miso, tempeh, and natto. All other soy should be avoided. Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and kale also contain goitrogens although in smaller quantities. Cooking these vegetables has been shown to effectively remove goitrogenic compounds. Lightly steaming is the most effective way to consume cooked vegetables as it maintains a large quantity of the nutrients. Anyone with a thyroid disorder should eat the majority of their cruciferous vegetables lightly steamed. People with thyroid issues commonly have food intolerances. Different nuts (especially peanuts), eggs, and heavy proteins are often not tolerated well. All processed and man-made foods need to be avoided at all costs. Other common allergens include those of the nightshade family such as eggplant, tomatoes, & potatoes. Specific blood work and/or elimination diets can more accurately assess these intolerances. An anti-inflammatory lifestyle is critical for full recovery from hypothyroidism. Anti-inflammatory foods help to modulate the immune system and give it a more accurate pair of eyes so as to not over-inflame when stimulated. To effectively de-inflame one must completely avoid man-made foods, sugars, and food allergens as listed above. This nutrition plan is rich in phytonutrient dense vegetables, healthy fat and clean protein sources. Non-starchy vegetables, herbs, & teas are great sources of anti-oxidants. Healthy fat sources include coconut products, avocados, olive oil, nuts, seeds, & purified omega-3 fish oil supplements. Healthy protein includes wild-caught fish, grass-fed red meat and free range chicken, turkey, and eggs. Be careful to watch for any hidden food intolerances. http://www.herbcompanion.com/cooking/Smart-foods-for-hypothyroidism.a... http://www.naturalnews.com/030475_inflammatory_diseases_natural_remed... http://www.naturalnews.com/032237_gluten_side_effects.html About the authorDr. David Jockers owns and operates Exodus Health Center in Kennesaw, Ga. He is a Maximized Living doctor. His expertise is in weight loss, customized nutrition & exercise, & structural corrective chiropractic care. For more information go to www.exodushc.com To find a Maximized Living doctor near you go to www.maximizedliving.com Learn more: http://www.naturalnews.com/032962_hypothyroidism_natural_solutions.html#ixzz2SElBEGcQ You can also check out this article for some additional information in fighting against thyroid disease with foods and supplements.
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8/31/2015 04:34:14 am
Treating and healing thyroid disease with alternative medicine therapy, acupuncture, herbs, Orthomolecular Medicine, animal glandular supplements, and bio-identical hormones is possible. Amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and botanicals are affordable and are used in therapeutic doses much larger than those levels normally found in nature.
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10/5/2015 08:47:48 pm
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1/2/2016 04:24:03 pm
Thanks for the great information. Like a lot of people with hypothyroidism, I started looking for deitary ways to control my condition. One thing that really helped me was Vitamin D, which is important for anyone with an autoimmune thyroid disorder, such as Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. Exposure to the sun is the best way to get Vitamin D, and supplements are also good. Here's a helpful video that also helped me get my hypothyroidism under control: http://bit.ly/1SscfRK
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2/11/2017 03:39:52 am
This disease is really harmful to health. The thyroid glands are badly effected by this disease and it shall be cured as soon as possible. I got many ways to fight this disease from this blog and I am thankful.
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