Foods to eat:
- Eggs: Whole eggs are best, as much of the iodine and selenium are found in the yolk, while the whites are full of protein.
- Meats: All meats, including lamb, beef, chicken, etc.
- Fish: All seafood, including salmon, tuna, halibut, shrimp, etc.
- Vegetables: All vegetables are fine to eat. Cruciferous vegetables are fine to eat in moderate amounts, especially when cooked.
- Fruits: All other fruits including berries, bananas, oranges, tomatoes, etc.
- Gluten-free grains and seeds: Rice, buckwheat, quinoa, chia seeds and flaxseed.
- Dairy: All dairy products including milk, cheese, yogurt, etc.
- Beverages: Water and other non-caffeinated beverages.
Food to avoid
- Millet: All varieties.
- Highly processed foods: Hot dogs, cakes, cookies, etc.
The following food can be had in moderation as it contains goiterogens:
Foods that contain gluten: Bread, pasta, cereals, beer, etc.
Soy foods: Tofu, tempeh, edamame beans, soy milk, etc.
Cruciferous vegetables: Broccoli, kale, spinach, cabbage, etc.
Certain fruits: Peaches, pears and strawberries.
Beverages: Coffee, green tea and alcohol these beverages may irritate your
thyroid gland