Thyroid Conditions & WFPB

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Thyroid Conditions & WFPB

23 May 2021

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Thyroid conditions are complex. Some information may be gleaned from videos and articles by Whole Food Plant-Based doctors below. However, it is best to consult with a doctor. In USA, we may find a Lifestyle Medicine doctor through PCRM: Find a Doctor, Plantrician: Find a Doctor and Love.Life Telehealth. In India, we may consult with SHARAN India — they have a team of doctors and health coaches.

Dr Greger

Dr Greger's 4-part video series from 2021 covering iodine and thyroid conditions.

(2021) Are Vegans at Risk for Iodine Deficiency?

(5 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: "Most plant-based milks are not fortified with iodine."

(2021) The Healthiest Natural Source of Iodine

(5 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: "How much nori, dulse, or arame approximate the recommended daily allowance for iodine?"

(2021) The Best Diet for Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism

(6 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: "Is the apparent protection of plant-based diets for thyroid health due to the exclusion of animal foods, the benefits of plant foods, or both?"

(2021) Diet for Hypothyroidism: A Natural Treatment for Hashimoto's Disease

(5 mins) Transcript. Dr Greger's summary: What were the results of a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of a half teaspoon of powdered black cumin a day in Hashimoto's (autoimmune thyroiditis) patients?

Dr Peter Rogers

(21 mins, 2022) Hypothyroid, Hashimoto, Hyperthyroid, Graves: How To Avoid

Goitrogens

If we have a thyroid condition, should we consume foods with goitrogens? What do WFPB doctors say? Please see Goitrogens.

Dr McDougall

Many people wonder, "Will I become medicine free if I adopt Whole Bood Plant-Based guidelines?" Dr McDougall's article: Thyroid Deficiency Strikes One in Six (2005) has a section titled "A Change in Diet Will Not Correct Hypothyroidism". He explains,

"Once the thyroid tissue is destroyed it will not regrow and I know of no way to stimulate the remaining gland to work harder."

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