Guest guest Report post Posted September 26, 2003 I quit eating wheat, dairy, alcohol (occasional beer), sugar.... I ate alot of sweets., caffeine, ie chocolate, tea... only drank coffee occasionally, am eating alot of broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage.. I haven't been tested since May since I don't suffer from many symptoms, but the goiter I had has all but disappeared. I will be making an appt to be retested next week. Billie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 26, 2003 I just read in an Alternative Medicine book that 1/2 head of cabbage daily can be as effective as ATD's in blocking thyroid hormone production. Has anyone tried it? I read somewhere else that it had to be raw cabbage, not sure my stomach's up for that much raw cabbage, have other people heard anything about this? Anyone have a really good coleslaw recipe? Thanks, Nissa Re: Diet >I quit eating wheat, dairy, alcohol (occasional beer), sugar.... I ate alot >of sweets., caffeine, ie chocolate, tea... only drank coffee occasionally, am >eating alot of broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage.. >I haven't been tested since May since I don't suffer from many symptoms, but >the goiter I had has all but disappeared. I will be making an appt to be >retested next week. > >Billie > > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted September 28, 2003 Yes, most importantly you need to reduce dietary iodine. Thyroid hormone is 67% iodine. And iodine is a common trigger for autoimmune thryoid disease. Dairy has high amounts of iodine and that's why you're told to avoid dairy. You need to keep iodine less than 150 mcg daily. The average American diet provides 300-700 mcg daily. Fast food diets and diets high in processed foods provide an excess of 1,000 mcg daily. Anything pre-packaged has high amounts of iodine. Goitrogens block iodine absorption so they help reduce the amount of iodine you're getting from food. You want to add at least 1.5 cups of goitrogens to your daily diet and watch for hidden sources of iodine in red dyes, multivitamins with iodine, etc. You also want to avoid sugar, aspartame and saturated fats since they stimulate the immune system. And people who are sensitive to caffeine or have hyper symptoms, need to avoid its use. Take care, Elaine Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted October 12, 2003 Thanks, I will see if I can find the book. I will also ask my doctor about changing to nystatin. She mentioned that she would have to check my liver on a regular basis as long as I was taking diflucan. I was just reading about Three Lac and Oxygen Elements Plus on the web. Can you tell me anything about them? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 2, 2003 Hi, I'm new here. But, I'd like to offer some suggestions. You are correct about no sugar, alcohol and wheat products. Also you should avoid vinegar, processed foods, etc... But, I find it helpful to focus on the things we can eat. Green leafy veggies, most veggies, I believe (except potatoes), the starch turns to sugar quickly. Meat (Make sure the animals were not treated with antibiotics or steroids), Eggs, and seafood. Believe me, I know how you feel about there being NOTHING to eat! It just takes some getting use to. Do you like to cook? If so, then your in better shape then some. You can create your own meals as you go. The yeast diet is very contriditrary. One book says you can eat it, the next says you can't. Good Luck! Tammy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 2, 2003 Thanks for your help! Much appreciated. Healing1003@... wrote:Hi, I'm new here. But, I'd like to offer some suggestions. You are correct about no sugar, alcohol and wheat products. Also you should avoid vinegar, processed foods, etc... But, I find it helpful to focus on the things we can eat. Green leafy veggies, most veggies, I believe (except potatoes), the starch turns to sugar quickly. Meat (Make sure the animals were not treated with antibiotics or steroids), Eggs, and seafood. Believe me, I know how you feel about there being NOTHING to eat! It just takes some getting use to. Do you like to cook? If so, then your in better shape then some. You can create your own meals as you go. The yeast diet is very contriditrary. One book says you can eat it, the next says you can't. Good Luck! Tammy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted November 3, 2003 I think everyone here should visit this website: http://www.wholeapproach.com http://www.wholeapproach.com/diet/foodlists.html It has helped me out tremendously. There's lots of candida recipes, and information on nearly everything candida related. I know it's tough but, Happy Healing! Tammy > Hi, > > What exactly is the anti-candida diet? I know that it wheat, flour, > sugar, and alcohol are to be avoided, as are most processed foods? > Can anybody give me more clarification and guidelines? Thanks a lot! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted January 21, 2004 >The best way that I can think of for you to get around them is to get a doctor's note saying he needs to be on the diet< Thankyou. The reason I reacted so much to this newest round about the diet is BECAUSE they have letters from two different specialists that Tristan is to be on the diet at home and at school. Dr. 's office is going to send a letter addressing this so MAYBE they will be satisfied? In their defense, it may be because Tristan is still so thin, and they may believe it is because of the diet, though they know the large amount of food I send, and he does eat most of it. His Mom has always been thin (petite) she wears size 2 or 4. So genetics probably plays into as well as the malabsorption issues, and like I said before he doesn't like baked goods which is probably where we get a lot of our calories. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted January 21, 2004 >The best way that I can think of for you to get around them is to get a doctor's note saying he needs to be on the diet< Thankyou. The reason I reacted so much to this newest round about the diet is BECAUSE they have letters from two different specialists that Tristan is to be on the diet at home and at school. Dr. 's office is going to send a letter addressing this so MAYBE they will be satisfied? In their defense, it may be because Tristan is still so thin, and they may believe it is because of the diet, though they know the large amount of food I send, and he does eat most of it. His Mom has always been thin (petite) she wears size 2 or 4. So genetics probably plays into as well as the malabsorption issues, and like I said before he doesn't like baked goods which is probably where we get a lot of our calories. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 26, 2004 hi evelyn! well, that's a hard-to-answer question for me. Different diets work well for different people. what works well for some don't work well for others. also, it depends on what kind of medical problems you have other than hypothyroidism. do you have an autoimmune disorder like Hashimoto's disease, rheumatoid arthritis, type I diabetes, etc? It also depends on your personal food preferences and if you have food allergies and/or sensitivies. Many people have certain dietary restrictions based on their religious beliefs. Other people have financial considerations to keep in mind regarding diet. How much weight do you need to lose? sorry I can't answer that question easily for you, but it's hard without knowing a lot of these things I've mentioned, plus there's just not one standard diet out there that's right for every single person. Check out the archives of this group and you will find an unbelievable amount of information regarding diet. In the meantime, if you don't think some of the questions are too personal and are comfortable sharing some more information, then it might be easier to answer your question. take care, sheila Lyn <silverback212000@...> wrote: Hi Can anyone tell me what kind of diet would 1 help me shed the many pounds I have put on due to the Hypothyroidism and 2 would work well with the thyroxine? Very many thanx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 26, 2004 Hi Lyn, You will hear that diets are individualistic, and that is true. However, a good start is the following: 1. Do consume good fats - Olive oil, fish tabs, coconut oil. 2. Limit processed foods - if you have an autoimmune disorder they will aggravate matters. Try sticking with fresh veggies. 3. Limit carbs, have them but stay away from white carbs. Instead go for high fiber, brown rice and wheat products. 4. If you have Hashimotos add anti-imflammatory products such as pinneapple. 5. If you have Hashimotos stay away from Soy, raw broccoli and other gitrogenic? veggies. Personally I consume soy but no where near the time I take my meds. I also am on T3 so don't have to worry about the conversion issues that soy may cause. To lose weight I personnally have found grapefruit consumption helpful. I have not heard any board feedback on this so I may be the exception. Good luck! > Hi > > Can anyone tell me what kind of diet would 1 help me shed the many > pounds I have put on due to the Hypothyroidism and 2 would work well > with the thyroxine? > > Very many thanx > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 27, 2004 There is some evidence that most thyroid patients do well on a low-carbohydrate, moderate fat diet. I have found that this works for me. Lyn <silverback212000@...> wrote: Hi Can anyone tell me what kind of diet would 1 help me shed the many pounds I have put on due to the Hypothyroidism and 2 would work well with the thyroxine? Very many thanx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 27, 2004 ty for taking time out to help me much appreciated!!! --- <melmac2525@...> wrote: > There is some evidence that most thyroid patients do > well on a low-carbohydrate, moderate fat diet. I > have found that this works for me. > > > Lyn <silverback212000@...> wrote: > Hi > > Can anyone tell me what kind of diet would 1 help me > shed the many > pounds I have put on due to the Hypothyroidism and 2 > would work well > with the thyroxine? > > Very many thanx > > > > > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 27, 2004 Hi there I'm on the Zone Diet Hugs a Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 28, 2004 Yes, this stuff has been backed up by scientific study. I was a vegetarian at one time, as well, and I did go back to eating meat because of the hypothyroidism. It is very difficult to avoid all of the goitrogenic foods AND get proper protein amounts AND avoid anemia AND not have anything interfere with your thyroid medicine if you are trying to be vegetarian. Additionally, soy is a phytoestrogen, and there are risks to eating large amounts of it. Here is a starting place: http://thyroid.about.com/cs/soyinfo/a/soy.htm This actually has a reference from a scientific journal: http://www.ironmagazineforums.com/history/topic/16800-1.html Here is an article from the American Dietetic Association: http://www.findarticles.com/cf_dls/m0822/3_101/72764231/print.jhtml poorlittlepepper <dnsbnn@...> wrote: Hi, I have just read the post regarding the avoidance of brassica vegetables, water cress and turnips, also uncooked flaxseed, peanuts and soy. Is there scientific evidence to back this? I am a vegan, have been for 20 years so vegetables are vital to me. I was always told that all these had anti cancer properties and cress a good source of vitamins and iron. This doesn't really leave many vegetables to eat. I consume huge plates of vegetables, often uncooked as well. I eat a huge amount of soya products including soya milk, soya mince, burgers etc. Are beans and lentils also off limits? Are all fruits safe to eat? I always thought I was eating a really healthy diet. I would like to read any scientific studies backing this claim. Can anyone direct me to any. Many thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 28, 2004 right on Melissia!!!! > Hi, > I have just read the post regarding the avoidance of brassica > vegetables, water cress and turnips, also uncooked flaxseed, peanuts > and soy. > > Is there scientific evidence to back this? I am a vegan, have been > for 20 years so vegetables are vital to me. I was always told that > all these had anti cancer properties and cress a good source of > vitamins and iron. This doesn't really leave many vegetables to eat. > I consume huge plates of vegetables, often uncooked as well. I eat a > huge amount of soya products including soya milk, soya mince, burgers > etc. Are beans and lentils also off limits? Are all fruits safe to > eat? I always thought I was eating a really healthy diet. I would > like to read any scientific studies backing this claim. Can anyone > direct me to any. Many thanks > > > > > > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 28, 2004 , Thanks for the links. I will make a start of reading them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted April 29, 2004 are you having a lot of other hypoT symptoms? maybe you need increase in your medication or to change thyroid meds. check out the archives this week for diet info. Someone else just asked a similar question a few days ago and there's a lot of information from just this week alone. Here's what I recently posted to someone else. Hugs, Sheila hypothyroidism/message/14967 <bludress@...> wrote: I have been hypo for three years...have gained about 30 lbs....cant seem to manage to get it off...what is the best or the most successful diet...i hate that word......that one can stay on and will keep energy up.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted May 1, 2004 , I would check out mercola.com and do a search there. good luck ----Original Message Follows---- From: " poorlittlepepper " <dnsbnn@...> I would like to read any scientific studies backing this claim. Can anyone direct me to any. Many thanks _________________________________________________________________ Check out the coupons and bargains on MSN Offers! http://youroffers.msn.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted May 11, 2004 Just to clarify -- Sandy is following a low-protein diet because of her PBC. Others need a low-protein diet to avoid ammonia build-up. However - IMPORTANT -- not everyone with AIH should eat a low-protein diet. My GI and my GP said that most of us with AIH should be eating a balanced diet with plenty of nutrition, including plenty of protein. Harper In a message dated 5/11/2004 3:55:28 AM Pacific Standard Time, writes: Message: 3 Date: Mon, 10 May 2004 15:18:33 -0000 From: "silkybfp" <silkybfp@...>Subject: Re: New to group - Diet> Anyone else here do anything special by means of the diet?> > coraHi Cora,Nothing special dietary for the AIH, but for the PBC I'm on a low fat, low protein, high carb diet. The low protein is the hardest part to deal with. Fortunately, I don't like seafood (imagine that - a New Englander who hates seafood!) so not being able to eat it isn't a problem! Sometimes I just crave a steak or a burger and will occasionally indulge myself, even though I know I'll pay for it (cramping, gas, bloat, etc.).Sandy C. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted June 3, 2004 this is what i do...whole grains, veggies, protein...eat foods with low GI and/or low glycemic load. sheila tina83862 <tina83862@...> wrote: ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- by Baar Looking for a diet to help beat Type 2 diabetes? Two long-term studies suggest there's more than a grain of truth in the tip to eat more brown rice, barley, buckwheat and oats. A Harvard Medical School study, published in the American Journal of Public Health in September 2000, tracked the diets of 75,000+ women, ages 38 to 63, for 10 years. When the study began, none had a diagnosis of type-2 diabetes -- the increasingly common form of the disease, which often strikes in middle age. A decade later, nearly 2,000 of them did. Whole Grains Reduce Risk Participants who ate about three servings of whole-grain foods each day were 27% less likely to develop diabetes. Those who ate the most refined grains -- white rice, pasta, white bread -- had a 57% higher risk of developing the disease. Similarly, a University of Minnesota School of Public Health study published in the April 2000 American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that among the 35,000 older women enrolled in the Iowa Women's Health Study -- a long-term study of diet and disease -- those who ate the most whole grains were 21% less likely to develop diabetes over a six-year period. Although these studies looked only at women, " there's a fair amount of evidence that the same things hold true for men, " notes s, Ph.D., professor of epidemiology at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, and an author of the study. A New Approach to Carbs The idea that all carbohydrates are not created equal is a new theme in diabetes prevention -- in the past, brown bread and beans were lumped in the same category as crumb cakes and crullers. " People haven't paid enough attention to the kind of carbohydrate when it comes to type-2 diabetes, " says Simin Liu, M.D., Sc.D., principal author of the Harvard Medical School study. How do whole grains protect? No one knows. But it is clear they offer a package of beneficial nutrients and phytochemicals that could be responsible, either individually or in combination. " It could be dietary fiber or some of the minerals found in whole grains, such as magnesium, chromium or other minerals not yet studied, " suggests Lawrence H. Kushi, Ph.D., an author of the Minnesota study and now Ella McCollum Vahlteich Professor in Nutrition at Teacher's College, Columbia University in New York. Keeping Blood Sugar in Check Experts also point to whole grains' positive effects on blood sugar, a key factor in diabetes. A diet that includes beans, vegetables and fiber-rich fruits raises blood sugar levels less dramatically than one heavier in refined grains, flour, sugar, and sugary sodas -- even if the absolute amount of carbohydrates is exactly the same. Fiber -- especially the kind found in beans, barley and oats -- is one reason certain carbohydrate-rich diets raise blood sugar more slowly than others. Another is " particle size " -- for instance, it takes longer for your body to break down brown rice than brown rice flour. Since 1981, researchers have been measuring the " glycemic index " -- the tendency of a given amount of food to raise blood sugar levels in the two hours after eating. Carbohydrates that are slow to break down will release glucose into the bloodstream gradually, and have a lower glycemic index. But foods with a higher glycemic index tend to cause spikes in blood sugar, putting more strain on the pancreas. " Glycemic load " looks at the total amount of carbohydrates you eat as well as their glycemic index. To reduce your glycemic load, improve the quality of your carbohydrates. In short, eat more whole fruits and vegetables. Miavita Scientific Advisor Giovannucci, M.D., Sc.D., a co- author of the Harvard study anticipates that " Whole grains and beans will be shown to be more and more important in preventing chronic disease in the coming years. There are a lot of studies in the pipeline. " " We now have solid evidence that diet matters, " says Dr. Liu. " Diabetes is a very preventable disease. " Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted June 14, 2004 It certainly makes sense. Consumption of trans fats can lead to chronic inflammation and disease in the entire body. Regardless of knees, I think everyone should make an effort to avoid trans fats. And IMHO, I think everyone should supplement with Omega-3 fats. - Doug > > Have any of you looked into the health consequences of including > trans fats (from partially hydrogenated oil) in your diet? > > Some articles I have read claim that among many other things, they > act to aggravate inflammation since they block essential fatty acids > (omega 3's) from getting into our cells. > > http://www.becomehealthynow.com/article/conditioncardio/135/1/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted June 14, 2004 I found a cooking oil called Grape-Ola that has Omega-6 fatty acids in it. It's about twice as high (per unit measure) in polyunsaturates, omega 6, and vit. E than canola oil and about 5-6 times as high as olive oil. Despite its name, it doesn't contain any canola oil. Ann Re: Diet It certainly makes sense. Consumption of trans fats can lead to chronic inflammation and disease in the entire body. Regardless of knees, I think everyone should make an effort to avoid trans fats. And IMHO, I think everyone should supplement with Omega-3 fats. - Doug > > Have any of you looked into the health consequences of including > trans fats (from partially hydrogenated oil) in your diet? > > Some articles I have read claim that among many other things, they > act to aggravate inflammation since they block essential fatty acids > (omega 3's) from getting into our cells. > > http://www.becomehealthynow.com/article/conditioncardio/135/1/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted June 18, 2004 > It certainly makes sense. Consumption of trans fats can lead to > chronic inflammation and disease in the entire body. Regardless of > knees, I think everyone should make an effort to avoid trans fats. > And IMHO, I think everyone should supplement with Omega-3 fats. > > - Doug Agreed. When you are shopping and pick up a food product, look at the ingredient list and if it says " partially-hydrogenated vegetable oil " just put it back on the shelf. Or if you wait a few years, and these products will probably have FDA warning labels. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted July 8, 2004 Congrats on the weight loss Jerre, also with the lack of gluten try supplementing with fishoil and pick up some flaxseed oil (dont get the capsules for flaxseed, far more expensive then just buying the oil) Also pick up some Devils Claw and start taking that, ive been meaning to the past 2 weeks but i procrastanate Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
