The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck, is responsible for producing hormones in the body.
Both berries and dark leafy greens contain antioxidants and phytonutrients to help fight inflammation.
Addingcollagen proteinto smoothies provides extra gut support, another integral part of supporting the thyroid.
Coconut & Berry Smoothie
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Afternoon: Blood sugar-balancing snack.
Lunch: An anti-inflammatory salad.
Adding avocados provides another source of healthy fat, as well as magnesium and fiber.
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Mid-afternoon: Adaptogenic tea.
Adaptogenic Tea
Before dinner: Practice stress reduction.
One of the triggers ofthyroid disease is HPA-axis imbalance4.
The hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis is responsible for helping the body adapt to stress.
To do this, I recommend setting aside time each day for stress reduction.
Try brisk walking, reading, or even light exercise.
In the evening, it is best to stick with calming activities, like meditation or an eveningyoga routine.
Dinner: Coconut and lemon chicken.
This is a well-balance, nutrient-rich, and easy weeknight meal.
All of the ingredients can be added to the crockpot, if you have one.
Each recipe makes four servings.
In those withcortisol imbalancewhich happens a lot with thyroid issues5cortisol may be higher in the evening.
Day 2
Keep up everything from the first day, with a few variations.
Breakfast: Eggs with collard greens and onions.
This recipe is rich in protein, healthy fat, and a side of nutrient-dense leafy greens.
Lunch: Another anti-inflammatory salad.
Hemp seeds are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, making them anti-inflammatory.
Dinner: Leftovers.
Save yourself the cooking and finish up your the chicken and rice from last night’s dinner.
For breakfast and lunch, choose your favorites from the previous two days.
Dinner: Grass-fed burger.
For dinner, enjoy a grass-fed burger with a lettuce wrap, topped with avocado and onions.
For your sides, eat half of asweet potatoandsauerkraut.
At the very least, they’re nutrient-dense and balanced meals, which can support a healthy overall diet.
Anyone living with a thyroid disease, or experiencing symptoms, should consult with a doctor.
