Hypothyroid

The following suggestions are not intended to replace appropriate professional advice.  Please check labels for contraindications and consult your pharmacist if you take prescription drugs.  These suggestions are based on more than 40 years of customer experience at Jo Anne's Place.

If you are not already taking thyroid medication, it is possible, through a change in diet and Lifestyle habits, to correct nutritional deficiencies and other underlying causes, and enjoy normal thyroid function.  Good health by design.

Hypothyroidism may be associated with iodine*, selenium, and other nutritional deficiencies, inflammation, toxicity, leaky gut, and stress.  Another cause of iodine deficiency is chlorine which can displace iodine in the thyroid gland, impairing the production of thyroid hormones.

*Low thyroid can be associated with excess iodine so it's a good idea to have levels checked.

A Healing Diet

• Drink 7-10 glasses of filtered or spring water.
  
  
• Consume a diet that is 75-80% alkaline forming.  Chart available.
  
  
• Trade up to organic.  Pesticides can play a role in thyroid problems.
  
  
• Make fruits, vegetables, raw seeds and nuts, legumes, beans and whole grains the mainstays of your diet.  Lightly cook cruciferous vegetables to decrease goitrogens.  Avoid wheat unless sprouted.
  
  
• Have complete protein no later than lunch for better digestion of amino acids.
  
  
• Use flax, chia, or hemp seeds daily to increase fiber and omega fatty acids.
  
  
• Seaweeds and Herbamare are a natural source of iodine and trace minerals.
  
  
• Coconut oil contains fatty acids that boost metabolism and increase energy.
  
  
• Consume fermented foods daily.  They improve gut health and absorption. 
  
  
• Cook gently.  High heat generates acrylamides & advanced glycation end products.

Basic Supplements

• Bio-Strath – 2X daily – improves digestion and elimination, increases energy.
  
  
• Vitamin D – 8,000 IU for one month then reduce to the upper limit of 4,000 IU – steroid precursor, anti-inflammatory, a common deficiency with low thyroid.
  
  
• Vitamin C – anti-inflammatory, reduces anxiety and fatigue.
  
  
• Magnesium – another common deficiency with thyroid problems.
  
  
• Probiotic – use intermittently throughout the year.
  
  
• Omega 3 fatty acids – anti-inflammatory, promotes hormone balance.

Special Care for Thyroid

*for short term, intermittent, or long-term use

• Sublingual B12 – 5,000 mcg necessary for energy production - a common deficiency with low thyroid.
  
  
• Iron – another common deficiency, take one course of liquid iron.
  
  
• Take a formula containing iodine (if low), ashwagandha (adaptogen), tyrosine, and selenium. 

Other Suggestions

• Get chemicals out of your home, including cleaning products, anti-antiperspirants, fluoride (can displace iodine) toothpaste, and cosmetics.
  
  
• Consider a gentle daily detox such as Flor-Essence to strengthen liver function, improve thyroid hormone production, and increase energy.
  
  
• Chamomile, Holy Basil, and green teas have a beneficial effect on thyroid.
  
  
• Add 1-2 drops of frankincense essential oil to a carrier oil and massage into the thyroid once or twice a day.
  
  
• See Dr Zack Bush’s 4 minute workout online developed to increase nitric oxide production, improve energy, and increase fitness level.
  
  
• Fresh air, sunshine and moderate exercise are good for you anytime 😊  Breathe deeply, exhale thoroughly.

In the disciplines of Reiki and Acupuncture, thyroid problems are said to indicate a block in creative expression or the ability to speak up for oneself.  We pass this on just as food for thought.  Healing is important on every level!

Keep a journal and track your progress.  When thyroid function has improved you can discontinue the extra remedies.  Some people find they feel so good taking them that they continue and there is no harm in doing so.

Many people find their health improves in multiple areas.

We hope that will be your experience!