What dietary ingredients are beneficial for thyroid gland wellness

Thyroid wellness is important

Although it's a small gland located in the neck, the thyroid has a huge impact on our body. It produces hormones responsible for metabolism, reproductive system activity, cardiovascular, nervous and skeletal function. Thanks to the thyroid, the body can develop properly, which translates into vitality and energy for life.

Thyroid-related conditions usually don't cause pain and can go unnoticed for a long time. However, their effects often impact the entire body.

If you feel constantly tired, your mood fluctuates, and you're sleepy during the day, your thyroid may be the reason.

In such a case, seek advice from an endocrinologist — a doctor who specialises in hormonal health.

Food ingredients that support normal thyroid function

Supporting thyroid wellness through diet is very important.

Here are the food ingredients that are known to support normal thyroid function:

Iodine

• Contributes to the normal production of thyroid hormones.
• Contributes to the normal function of the thyroid gland.

Natural dietary sources of iodine: sea fish, seafood, seaweed, iodised salt, dairy.

Selenium

• Contributes to the normal thyroid function. 
• Protects cells from oxidative stress, which is important for sensitive thyroid tissues. 

Natural dietary sources of selenium: Brazil nuts, seafood, eggs, mushrooms, and whole grains.

A whole and balanced diet matters for thyroid health

A well-balanced diet that provides enough iodine and selenium supports the proper functioning of the thyroid gland. 

Both minerals are essential and must come from the diet, as the body cannot produce them on its own.

Maintaining thyroid wellness is therefore not about any single “magic” food, but about regularly including iodine- and selenium-rich ingredients as part of a varied, healthy diet.

 

Author: Monika Krzywańska
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