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Understanding a Hypothyroid diet is one of the most important tools in learning how to manage this condition (an under-active thyroid gland)- and our simple diet guide pages should help you to understand more.
People suffering from Hypothyroid diets have slow metabolisms, and therefore breakdown food and use calories slower than 'ordinary' people. To plan a hypothyroid diet it's vital to make sure that your body has the right amount of fuel it needs to run effectively - not too much!
The best hypothyroid diet is one that balances a need to decrease your calorific intake whilst ensuring all your nutritional needs are being met. So how can you create the ideal hypothyroid diet that will cover the right meal requirements while still being tasty and interesting?
The first order of business when creating a hypothyroid diet is decreasing your intake of calories, proteins, vitamins and minerals. If you don't decrease your calorific intake you will increase calorie intake. An especially good meal plan for this illness is one which is high protein, high carb, and made up of items like eggs, meat, poultry, pulses and cereals.
If you are worried about whether your meals are providing you with the right vitamins and minerals, you might want to take supplements. As a guideline, bare in mind that vitamins and minerals such as A, B, C, Calcium and Phosphorous need to be increased to twice the daily requirements.
If you'd like to try and avoid supplements, there are certain foods that are especially high in the vitamins and minerals needed by people with this condition. Dark green leafy vegetables, yellow fruits like mango or papaya, dairy products, fish and sprouted pulses are all excellent sources. On the other hand, it's vital to avoid alcohol, caffeine and cigarettes.
For more detailed information about meal plans, consult your doctor.
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