The nutritionist explains how to improve the quality of life of patients suffering from hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism
According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 750 million people worldwide suffer from some thyroid disease. Furthermore, according to the National Cancer Institute (INCA), it is estimated that in Brazil there will be 16,660 new cases of thyroid cancer per year between 2023 and 2025, of which women will be the most affected.
Consultation with a doctor, combined with healthy habits, such as physical activity and nutrition, as well as the use of supplements, when recommended by doctors, can contribute to the prevention of thyroid problems, as explained by Larissa Amorim, nutritionist at Always Fit, an email platform specializing in natural supplements.
“Having a balanced combination of adequate supplements combined with healthy habits is essential for those who need to control their thyroid. Nutrients such as selenium, omega 3, B complex vitamins, among others, can help regulate the function thyroid. Furthermore, there must be a consumption of fruit, vegetables and lean proteins sautéed with quality oil”, explains the nutritionist.
However, it is important to remember that you should not consume dietary supplements without recommendations and proper monitoring. “It is of great importance to seek the guidance and monitoring of a healthcare professional to customize supplementation according to individual needs and lifestyle, so as not to have excessive consumption that could be harmful,” he adds.
Below, the nutritionist lists 6 benefits of dietary supplements for thyroid health
1. Improved metabolism and symptoms
People suffering from hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism may experience improvement in fatigue and tiredness with the consumption of combined supplements healthy habits, as well as being able to have greater weight control. There are supplements such as omega 3, chromium picolinate, creatine, among others, that help speed up the metabolism, contributing to weight reduction and greater energy in everyday life.
2. Hormonal regulation
One of the biggest challenges when talking about the thyroid is the proper functioning of the gland, which impacts the entire body. Today, specific supplements such as pumpkin seed oil, vitamin B12, among others, can help balance hormone levels.
3. Nutritional supplement
When combined with a healthy diet, nutrients from supplements such as magnesium, vitamin D, selenium and iron play a fundamental role in health maintenance of the thyroid. It is important to underline that in some more serious cases it is necessary to supplement intravenous iron.
“Special care must be taken to avoid excessive supplementation, especially in the consumption of iodine, which is already present in salt. Furthermore, there are cases of severe anemia that require intravenous supplementation and require even more careful medical monitoring,” underlines Larissa Amorim.
4. Consumption of fruits, proteins and vegetables
A balanced diet, with the consumption of fruit and vegetables, is also important for thyroid control, especially for intestinal problems which usually do not work well in people with hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.
“In general, most patients suffer from constipated intestines. Therefore it is important to also consume fruits, lean proteins, vegetables, improving the consumption of fibers with water and physical activity”, says the nutritionist.
5. Helps with immunity
Because these are autoimmune conditions, meaning the body itself does not produce enough hormones to balance the gland, people with hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism have lower immunity. When using integration combined with the style of healthy life With medical monitoring, there is less chance of developing diseases.
6. Practice physical activity
Last but not least, practicing physical activity, in addition to helping maintain weight, helps improve metabolism and improve cholesterol and diabetes levels, as well as thyroid hormones, known as T3 (triiodothyronine) and T4 (thyroxine).
By Kelly Spinola
Source: Terra
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