Depending on your treatment plan, you may want to avoid ingredients that stimulate or inhibit thyroid function.
People with Grave’s disease can be more susceptible to certain deficiencies.
A balanced meal plan will help you feel more even keel with Graves' disease.
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Individuals with Graves' disease are more prone to other chronic health conditions, including heart disease and osteoporosis.
How It Works
There’s no official blueprint for healthy eating with Graves' disease.
Duration
There’s no official “cure” for Graves' disease.
What to Eat
Eating an anti-inflammatory diet may be of benefit to people with Graves' disease.
These are some suggested items.
Recommended Timing
Management of Graves' disease revolves around strategies to dampen an overactive thyroid.
It’s normal to experience ups and downs as your body adjusts to new treatments and medications.
Maintaining a consistent meal schedule can help you experience more stable blood sugar and energy levels.
Sleep disturbances are a common symptom of Graves' disease.
Some people sleep better on an empty stomach, while others prefer to have a snack before bed.
If your healthcare provider also recommends less iodine, using noniodized salt may part of this plan.
Avoid unhealthy cooking methods, like deep frying.
When baking, replace added fats with pureed fruits and vegetables.
Modifications
Food allergies can be more common in individuals with autoimmune conditions, like Graves' disease.
Evenmild allergiescan make living with Graves' disease more challenging.
Considerations
Eating well with Graves' disease is easier than most people assume.
“The dietary guidelines encourage nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables while reducing sodium and sugar intake for better health.
Avoid copious intake from soy sauce, soymilk, or soy-based protein supplements.
Work with your endocrinologist to monitor your condition and determine how your body responds to different lifestyle habits.
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