7 Dietary Tips to support a slow thyroid
 
If you have a slow-functioning thyroid (hypothyroidism), your diet can play a significant role in supporting thyroid function and overall well-being. Here are 7 key diet tips to help:
 
1. Get Enough Selenium
Selenium supports thyroid hormone metabolism. Good sources:
 
Brazil nuts (2-3 per day is enough)
Eggs
Tuna, sardines
Sunflower seeds
 
 
2. Avoid/ keep minimal goitrogen foods.
Goitrogens can disrupt thyroid hormone production by interfering with iodine uptake.
 
Cruciferous veggies (broccoli, kale, cabbage, cauliflower)
Soy products (tofu, soy milk)
Peanuts & millet
NOTE - Cooking these foods reduces their goitrogenic effects.
 
3. Choose Complex Carbs Over Simple Sugars
Refined carbs and sugar can lead to weight gain and blood sugar spikes. Instead, eat:
 
Sweet potatoes
Quinoa & brown rice
Legumes & beans
Whole grains (oats, barley)
 
4. Increase Omega-3 Fats
Omega-3s help reduce inflammation and support thyroid function. Include:
 
Fatty fish (salmon, sardines, trout). Keep this to about once or twice a month if your thyroid is slow.
Chia & flaxseeds
Walnuts
Algal oil (vegan option)
 
5. Stay Hydrated & Reduce Caffeine
Dehydration can slow metabolism. Drink plenty of water and reduce excess caffeine, which may interfere with thyroid function. Herbal teas and lemon water are good alternatives.
 
6. Avoid Ultra-Processed Foods & Excess Sugars
Packaged and processed foods can cause inflammation and weight gain. Avoid:
 
Fast food
Sugary cereals
Soda & energy drinks
Refined snacks (chips, pastries, biscuits)
 
7. Monitor Gluten & Dairy Sensitivity
Some people with thyroid issues (especially Hashimoto’s) may benefit from reducing or eliminating:
 
Gluten (wheat, barley, rye)
Dairy (milk, cheese, yogurt, butter)
Try an elimination diet to see if symptoms improve.
 
I generally recommend testing to see what the nutrient requirements of the body are, to support the body.
 
If you would like to know more about the testing services I offer, and how I work, please do get in touch for a FREE 15 minute call.
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 As an adult, it is great, you can eat what you like, when you like, and there is no one to tell you not to. Well…  maybe.

In reality, as an adult, we have to be our own parent, we have to tell ourselves when not to have something we really want, and when to have something that we may be less keen on. Even when we do not want to listen to ourselves.

So how do we work out what and what not to eat. How do we know if we are craving something that is good or bad for us?

Well, chances are, if you are craving sugar, it is not ideal for you, the same goes for a packet of crisps or biscuits. But what about Broccoli, that is healthy… right, well yes, but not for some. Likewise, I will recommend eating calcium rich foods such as dairy or almonds for some, and suggest it is to be kept minimal for others.

So why? Why would I be so apparently inconsistent, either a food is good for you, or not. If you are a slow metaboliser, you are not going to do well with too much dairy. Excess calcium will slow your body down further and may make you prone to infections, coldness, depression, insomnia and fatigue (to name a few). Likewise, if you are a fast metaboliser, you will probably benefit from dairy etc. So, what does a slow metaboliser look like, are they overweight? They may be, but they could be slim, it is not about weight or how you look. There are so many factors that will affect your metabolism.

There are many things that can affect our metabolism, diet errors, stress, toxins and lifestyle choices to name a few. As an example, stress is a factor that can cause tissue calcium levels to rise. Dependent upon how out of balance these levels are, it can lead to health issues such as palpitations, tiredness, coldness, fatigue, insomnia.

If a person has too many toxins in the body, this too can lead to health imbalances, for example, excess arsenic in the body (yes, we do have trace amounts of arsenic within our body’s) can lead to health issues such as confusion, gastric problems and respiratory problems. It may also call for a higher need of other nutrients in the body.

There are so many ways we can be chemically out of balance, but the best way to explain it to you, is with your own results, because it is so much more meaningful when you see the why behind your health issues, and discover the how in starting to turn it round.

So, my question to you today is, are you struggling with an aspect of your health? Are you ready to make the changes you need to change as soon as possible so you can start the path to healing? If you answer yes, you would benefit from a Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (don’t worry, we can work with finger nail clippings or other body hair if needed). You can either have the test done and receive the results to work on yourself, or you can book an appointment when you receive the results to work on a program and the steps you need to take to start turning your health round.
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What ever you choose, wouldn’t it be nice to know why you are having the health problems you have, wouldn’t it be nice to be working towards feeding a healthy body, healthily?