Question 1

banana good for hypothyroid?

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It is OK.: Foods rich in tyrosine, a thyroid hormones precursor, are favorable for hypothyroidism.
Tyrosine-rich foods include animal proteins, dairy products, almonds and bananas.

Question 2

is banana good for hyothyroidism?

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Not necessarily: I am not aware of bananas being helpful for an under active thyroid.  They help with minor potassium deficiencies.

Question 3

are chia seeds good for hypothyroid?

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No: No they are not. Thyroid replacement therapy is the only effective treatment.

Question 4

is cranberries good for hypothyroid?

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Wont make a differen: the key to treating hypothyroidism is to take your thyroid hormone pills regularly without missing any doses. hypothyroidism means your body cant make enough hormone and you need to take thyroid hormone replacement. Missing thyroid pills often leads to under replacement. Bottom line is take your thyroid pills regularly and you should be ok.

Question 5

what foods are good for you if you have hypothyroidism?

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Healthy food : If you replacing your thyroid hormone and the hypothyroidism is unrelated to low iodine, goiterogenic foods like cabbage, then diet modification is not indicated.

Question 6

please describe a good diet for someone with hypothyroidism?

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None: Diets are not important. If you thyroid replacement meds place your thyroid function in the normal range, that is all you need.

Question 7

wanted to know where can i find a good diet for hypothyroidism?

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Diet not important: The only effective therapy is to take thyroid replacement med to normalize your thyroid function.

Question 8

may i know that ice creams , chocolates are good for hypothyroid  ?

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No: Ice creams and chocolates are good for eating and are not substitutes for thyroid replacement if you are hypothyroid. See  your doctor for a proper prescription.

Question 9

why do i have all the symptoms of hypothyroidism with good numbers?

Accepted Answer

Then look for other: If your thyroid hormone function is normal, look for another cause of your symptoms with your doctor. Feel better!

Question 10

any intuitive books on what to eat and what not to eat if you have hypothyroidism? i've heard certain vegetables are not good to eat, why is that?

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No problem: I am not aware of any food restrictions for people with hypothyroidism under treatment.  People with untreated autoimmune thyroid disease should avoid excess iodine in their diet.  Once you are on thyroid hormone replacement, you just want to make sure you take the medication on an empty stomach and wait at least 40 min before eating.

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