If You’re Living With Hypothyroidism, Make Your Diet a Priority

Between working full time, running errands, getting the kids to soccer practice on time, and everyday living, the easiest and most accessible option for filling hungry bellies may be to swing by the drive-thru and grab something on the value menu. But easy is not always the best choice, especially if you are one of the 27 million Americans living with thyroid diseases like hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism, a condition caused by an underactive thyroid, can be affected positively or negatively by the foods you eat on a daily basis. Gluten, sugar, processed foods, and caffeine can all have a negative impact on your thyroid while other foods can help support your thyroid. So while fast food may be the easy out, try to plan ahead and keep caffeine and other negative influencers at bay. Learning more about the effects food choices can have on your health can make a world of difference when it comes to managing your thyroid symptoms. Read more…