Most of the people in the country are suffering from thyroid hormone problems. Among these, the problem of thyroid hormone deficiency is very prominent. The deficiency of thyroid hormone is called hypothyroidism. This disease is 10 times more common in women than in men.
Thyroid hormones play an important role in our metabolism. These hormones play an important role in body temperature, heart rate, internal transport of the alimentary canal, reproductive health, brain structure, cell structure and repair. Due to this, many problems occur in the body when affected by hypothyroidism.
In addition to taking treatment, it is important to understand the food components for the health of this disease.
Iodine, Selenium and Zinc are three important nutrients for thyroid hormone secretion and function. Iodine is the main raw material for making hormones in the body. Because of this, people in regions of the world where iodine is deficient are at risk of hypothyroidism. Iodine-rich foods are needed to compensate for iodine deficiency. Marine fish, legumes, milk and eggs are the main sources of iodine.
However, it is essential to remember that excess iodine causes thyroid damage. Some medicines in particular contain too much iodine, such as cough syrups.
Selenium
This mineral activates thyroid hormones. Body cells can use hormones. Apart from that, it has antioxidant power. The best sources of selenium are Brazil nuts, tuna fish and eggs.
zinc
This food ingredient also keeps the thyroid hormone activity. It affects the secretion of a hormone called TSH, which mainly regulates the secretion of essential hormones from the thyroid gland. Due to the lack of zinc, thyroid function is disrupted. One of its sources is shrimp, beef, chicken, crab, oysters, etc.
Harmful foods
Some food ingredients disrupt the normal functioning of thyroid hormones. These are called goitrogens. This ingredient is found in cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, legumes, sweet potatoes, cassava, strawberries, peaches, pears, and peanuts. Cooking destroys goitrogens. Then there is no problem eating them.
Caution in medicine
Certain foods and medications block the absorption of the hormone. Care should be taken in consuming walnuts, soy flour, iron and vitamins, calcium, antacid group drugs and some cholesterol-lowering drugs. It is not advisable to eat the mentioned foods and medicines a few hours before or after taking thyroid medication.
by Medicine Specialist
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