Goitrogenic and goitrogenic foods are terms that many have not heard. The term goitrogenic relates to the term and clinical condition called goiter which is inflammation of the thyroid gland, simultaneously inhibiting its proper function. Goitrogenic foods can contribute to this condition. Foods that are goitrogenic are usually harmful to those suffering from thyroid conditions like hypothyroidism and not those with normal functioning thyroids. Keeping that in mind, lets move forward with those BIG two dietary groups exacerbating your hypothyroidism.
Culprit #1 - Soy
There is monumental evidence demonstrating why high soy diets are catastrophic to hypothyroidism sufferers, YET so many are advising their patients or clients to consume a diet as such. This is POOR, uninformed advice that should be avoided at all costs if you suffer from hypothyroidism and I'll tell you why.
Soy is known to be estrogenic, meaning that the human body reacts to it much like it would estrogen in the body. Among other consequences this sets in motions a cascade of hormonal imbalances. Estrogen inhibits the thyroid gland from secreting its thyroid hormones. Here is a list of foods that are high in soy: soybeans, edamame, soy milk, tofu, soy burgers and other products derived from soy. Avoiding products containing soy will also help you avoid the negative consequences they cause to your thyroid.
Transgressor #2 - Polyunsaturated Fats
Some research has hit the media that touts the health benefits of polyunsaturated fats. These findings and reporting are limited in that they do not discuss the disasterous effects this wreaks on the thyroid glands of hypothyroidism sufferers.
The ability of the thyroid gland itself to secrete thyroid hormone is inhibited by polyunsaturated fats. They not only block the transportation of thyroid hormone not allowing it be distributed efficiently to the tissues throughout the body, they block your cell from being able to use thyroid hormone when its finally received.
So now you're asking, "What foods and dietary groups contain these polyunsaturated fats?" Quite a number of vegetable oils, which include soybean oil, safflower oil and corn oil. The sandwich-making favorite mayonnaise is also high in polyunsaturated fat. Certain seeds and nuts, which include sunflower seeds, flax seeds (and their oil) as well walnuts are high in PUFs. Finally, take a look at the salad dressing you plan on dripping across those greens, many are derived from soybean oil and other culprits high in polyunsaturated fats.
Culprit #1 - Soy
There is monumental evidence demonstrating why high soy diets are catastrophic to hypothyroidism sufferers, YET so many are advising their patients or clients to consume a diet as such. This is POOR, uninformed advice that should be avoided at all costs if you suffer from hypothyroidism and I'll tell you why.
Soy is known to be estrogenic, meaning that the human body reacts to it much like it would estrogen in the body. Among other consequences this sets in motions a cascade of hormonal imbalances. Estrogen inhibits the thyroid gland from secreting its thyroid hormones. Here is a list of foods that are high in soy: soybeans, edamame, soy milk, tofu, soy burgers and other products derived from soy. Avoiding products containing soy will also help you avoid the negative consequences they cause to your thyroid.
Transgressor #2 - Polyunsaturated Fats
Some research has hit the media that touts the health benefits of polyunsaturated fats. These findings and reporting are limited in that they do not discuss the disasterous effects this wreaks on the thyroid glands of hypothyroidism sufferers.
The ability of the thyroid gland itself to secrete thyroid hormone is inhibited by polyunsaturated fats. They not only block the transportation of thyroid hormone not allowing it be distributed efficiently to the tissues throughout the body, they block your cell from being able to use thyroid hormone when its finally received.
So now you're asking, "What foods and dietary groups contain these polyunsaturated fats?" Quite a number of vegetable oils, which include soybean oil, safflower oil and corn oil. The sandwich-making favorite mayonnaise is also high in polyunsaturated fat. Certain seeds and nuts, which include sunflower seeds, flax seeds (and their oil) as well walnuts are high in PUFs. Finally, take a look at the salad dressing you plan on dripping across those greens, many are derived from soybean oil and other culprits high in polyunsaturated fats.
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