A Natural Approach to Hashimoto's Treatment Is Possible
Actually, I don't want to strictly forbid anything when it comes to Hashimoto's. I want to raise awareness and show how a natural approach to treating Hashimoto's can be possible. Healthy nutrition, nutritional supplements, complementary medicine, and neural therapy all have significant effects on Hashimoto's.
NATURAL FOOD: Find seasonal, naturally grown fruits and vegetables that you cook yourself and that are free of contaminants. Consuming natural food is essential for a Hashimoto's diet.
CHIA SEEDS: Rich in antioxidants and iron, making them healthy for an inflammatory condition like Hashimoto's. They are a good source of calcium for people with calcitonin deficiency. They contain omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for patients with nervous system disorders.
CHLORELLA: Chlorella, a freshwater algae, is very rich in chlorophyll and is also used as a source of minerals. It also detoxifies the intestines. It is a type of algae that can be used by Hashimoto's patients. When fresh, chlorella smells like hay and is also taken in the form of dark green pressed tablets.
CORDYCEPS (CATERPILLAR FUNGUS): A traditional Chinese medicinal mushroom, particularly used for adrenal insufficiency and hypothyroidism. It is thought to regulate the immune system and have antidepressant properties. It has positive effects in the course of severe Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
READY-MADE FOODS: These are foods you should avoid. Because they contain many additives such as emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, preservatives, contaminants, antibiotics, heavy metals, and more. They are often unhealthy due to artificial iodization. They are poor in vitamins and trace elements. Ready-made meals should have no place in a Hashimoto's diet.
GREEN SMOOTHIES: With green smoothies, we can get plenty of fiber and nutrients from various vegetables. Chlorophyll is the green pigment-producing substance that resembles our blood pigment. It is considered a cure-all and can also be taken in pure form. Wheatgrass, which is rich in chlorophyll and also contains many minerals, can also be used in smoothies.
GLUTEN: Although many Hashimoto's patients do not have gluten sensitivity, a significant drop in Hashimoto's antibodies is seen in those who follow a gluten-free diet. I recommend that these individuals avoid consuming foods containing gluten.
HISTAMINE: Many people affected by hypothyroidism develop histamine intolerance and cannot tolerate strawberries, tomatoes, smoked meat, nuts, cheese, or red wine. They show symptoms such as headache, diarrhea, runny nose, nausea, and skin rash. Avoid these foods until Hashimoto's calms down again.
CRUCIFEROUS VEGETABLES: If you suffer from hypofunction, you should avoid cabbage-family vegetables, as they contain natural thyroid blockers. These include white cabbage, kale, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, and turnip. Onion and garlic also slow thyroid function.
TURMERIC: An ancient Ayurvedic remedy, containing curcumin, which has an anti-inflammatory effect. You can drink a pinch of turmeric dissolved in water in the mornings, add it while cooking, or take turmeric capsules.
SEAFOOD: Rich in iodine, and not recommended for Hashimoto's patients who are sensitive to iodine. Iodine should generally be avoided during severe inflammatory processes.
FRUIT: Suitable for a Hashimoto's diet. However, due to its high fructose content, some Hashimoto's patients may experience stress on the adrenal cortex due to frequent insulin release when eating fruit.
SULFUR: Organic sulfur found in flaxseed oil, millet, or goat's milk has a metabolism-accelerating property. 2 tablespoons of flaxseed oil with 5 drops of sulfur drops can be taken daily.
SELENIUM: In cases of active thyroid gland inflammation, selenium acts as a radical scavenger. Selenium is important for people taking L-thyroxine when the thyroid gland is weak. Dosage adjustment should be made under a doctor's supervision.
SOY: Soybeans are found not only in designated soy products like tofu, soy milk, or yogurt, but also in baked goods, meat-sausage products, and many ready-made foods. The high isoflavone content suppresses thyroid gland activity. For this reason, Hashimoto's patients are not advised to use soy.
TAURINE: Known as a component of energy drinks, this breakdown product of the amino acids cysteine and methionine is a powerful antioxidant and calms inflammation. It has mood-improving properties and supports adrenal cortex function. It helps correct dysfunction in many Hashimoto's patients.
WATER: Clean spring water stored in glass bottles is a source of life. In particular, avoid plastic bottles due to PET (polyethylene terephthalate), which produces toxic acetaldehyde and leads to an increase in pro-inflammatory oxygen radicals. Plastic bottles also contain substances that act like estradiol, which increases estrogen dominance in Hashimoto's patients and causes disruptions in iodine balance.
LEMON JUICE: Add lemon to a glass of warm water in the mornings. Lemon juice, along with apple cider vinegar, cleanses the body and aids digestion.
Just as a healthy Hashimoto's diet and additional nutritional supplements are important, neural therapy, which is effective in the regeneration of the thyroid gland, is also very important.
It is not recommended to immediately start taking nutritional supplements for Hashimoto's disease. The ideal approach is to conduct a nutritional screening (nutrient deficiency test). The best approach is to consult a doctor experienced in nutritional therapy and neural therapy for Hashimoto's.
In Hashimoto's, selenium, iodine, vitamins B, C, D, vitamin E, iron, omega-3 fatty acids, and zinc have been proven to be effective. Most of these nutrients can be obtained through a healthy diet.
For more information on this and related topics, you may benefit from my book "The Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition Guide."