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Hi i have hypothyroidism and i do understand that slimfast has soy in it. is it safe to drink ? i believe soy affects the thyroid gland. i am also on levothyroxine as a thyroid replacement and i take it every day.

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Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Should be fine: As long as you aren't drinking huge quantities of soy then you should be fine. Have your blood tests done in about 2-3 weeks to see if any adjustment of the levothyroxine needs to be made.

Dr Petruska agreed

Answered 8/23/2015

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A member asked:

Hi i have hypothyroidism and i do understand that slimfast has soy in it. is it safe to drink ? i believe soy affects the thyroid gland. i am also on levothyroxine as a thyroid replacement and i take it every day.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Susan Arnoult answered

Dr Petruska agreed

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