Thyroid Issues - Hypothyroidism
Abnormally low activity of the thyroid gland. Symptoms include: fatigue, lethargy, memory problems, weight gain, constipation, intolerance to cold, dry hair and skin (especially on bottom of feet), goiter, heavy menstrual periods

FOODS TO EAT MORE OF

• Fruits: Strawberries
• Vegetables: sea veggies like kelp, dulse, wakame & nori, potatoes (with skin)
• Dairy products (especially eggs with yolks and milk), iodized salt, freshwater fish, saltwater fish and shellfish
• Arame & kelp (sea vegetables)

FOODS TO AVOID OR MINIMIZE

• Raw cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, kale, cabbage and collard greens, turnips (they are okay if cooked however)

ESSENTIAL OILS 

• Clove, myrtle, peppermint, spearmint, lemongrass (thyroid, big toes, bottom of feet, diffuse)

HERBAL

• Ashwaganda, black walnut (in small doses), Thyme

NATURAL

• For weight gain: avoid very low-calorie diets - focus instead on moderate daily exercise and small, frequent meals

YOGA / MEDITATION THERAPY

•  Hormonal Balance Yin Yoga - Adrenal Fatigue & Thyroid Issues (32 minutes - Yoga with Kassandra)
• Improve Thyroid Health (23 minutes - YOGATX)

SUPPLEMENTS

• Forskolin: 50 mg twice daily (may lower blood pressure, don't use with prescription blood pressure drugs, should contain 18% forskolin). (if obesity, constipation, goiter and/or frequent headaches)
• Kelp: 10 grains of powdered kelp daily (should supply 300 mcg iodine)
• Tyrosine: 1,000 mg L-tyrosine daily (after 1 month, add a mixed amino acid complex)
• Vitamin B Complex: 1 pill each morning (look for a B-100 complex with 100 mcg vitamin B12 and biotin, 400 mcg folic acid, and 100 mg all other B vitamins)
• Vitamin C: 1,000 mg daily (reduce if it causes diarrhea)
• Zinc/ Copper: 30 mg zinc (add 2 mg copper daily if using zinc longer than 1 month)

HOMEOPATHIC

• Fucus vesiculous 1X, 6C, 30C

MIND-BODY CONNECTION​​

• Represents  the  relationship to truth in your life.  Do you lie to others or yourself (or give excuses as to the reasons behind your behavior)? Do you rationalize your own behavior but hold grudges against others for the same behaviors?
• Can also represent an imbalance between rational thought and emotional desire; or feelings of injustice because a lack of being able to speak up or ask for what you want. 

FOOD MEDICINE 
Not all recipes are nutritionally perfect, but the options below are a great way to start incorporating beneficial foods into your diet in delicious ways. Always try to buy organic, and feel free to make substitutions to accommodate gluten-free, vegan, etc diets.

Abbreviation Definitions:
LC = Low Calorie (under 400 for breakfast, 600 for lunch/dinner, and 200 for beverages/sides/snacks)
GF = Gluten Free
KT = Keto / Low Carb
VG = Vegan
VT = Vegetarian

*For any recipes that include potatoes, try to leave the skin on if possible!

BEVERAGES

PB & Jelly Sandwich Smoothie (GF VG VT)

Peach-Berry Smoothie (LC GF VT)

Strawberry Banana Smoothie (GF VT)

MAINS

Avocado & Egg Toast (LC GF KT VT)

Basil Caesar Salmon (KT)

Chicken Potato Bake (LC GF)

Cornmeal Waffles with Strawberry Syrup (VG VT)

Crumb-Topped Salmon (LC KT)

Egg Bake (LC)

Garlic Shrimp Linguine (LC)

Instapot Crab Legs (LC GF KT)

Oven-Fried Fish (LC KT)

Salmon with Plum Sauce (GF)

Shrimp & Grits (LC KT)

Shrimp Etouffee (LC GF)

Shrimp with Homemade Red Sauce (LC GF)

Spicy Breakfast Burritos

Veggie Omelet (LC GF KT VT)

Baked Pecan-Dijon Fish (LC KT)

Breakfast Bruschetta (LC VT)

Cilantro Lime Shrimp (LC GF KT)

Crispy Fish (LC KT)

Deluxe Egg Salad Sandwich/Wrap (LC)

Fish with Dill Breading (LC)

Harissa Marinated Shrimp (LC GF KT)

King Crab Legs (LC GF KT)

Pan-Fried Fish Fillets (LC)

Salmon with Spinach Artichoke Sauce (GF KT)

Shrimp & Rice Bowl (LC GF KT)

Shrimp Power Bowl (GF)

Sichuan Shrimp (LC GF)

Teriyaki Salmon (GF KT)

Balsamic Glazed Fish (LC GF KT)

Broiled Lobster Tails (LC GF KT)

Cornmeal & Pecan Crusted Fish (LC)

Crispy Potato-Crusted Fish (LC GF)

Easy Garlic Shrimp (LC GF KT)

Fish with Garlic Sauce (LC KT)

Healthy Scrambled Eggs (LC GF KT VT)

MahiMahi with Cucumber-Dill Sauce (LC GF)

Pesto Fish (LC GF KT)

Sesame Salmon (LC GF KT)

Shrimp Curry Rice (LC GF)

Shrimp Scampi (LC GF KT)

Southern Pecan Catfish (GF KT)

Tilapia with Balsamic Brown Butter (LC KT)

SIDES

Best Baked Potatoes (LC GF VG VT)

Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs (LC GF KT VT)

Ranch Potato Wedges (LC GF VG VT)

Smoky Deviled Eggs (LC GF KT)

Deviled Eggs (LC GF KT VT)

Pesto Potatoes (LC GF VG VT)

Roasted Potatoes (LC GF VG VT)

Hash Brown Potato Casserole (VT)

Pickle Deviled Eggs (LC GF KT VT)

Slow Cooker Baked Potatoes (GF VG VT)