Living with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's and finding it hard to lose weight? Nutritionist Ankita Bajaj builds personalised thyroid diet plans around the Indian food you already cook, to work alongside your medication. Online consultations across India, or in person in HSR Layout, Bengaluru.
When the thyroid makes too little hormone, the body's metabolism slows down. Many women notice tiredness, weight gain, feeling cold, constipation, dry skin, hair fall and low mood. Thyroid problems are especially common in women, and often show up alongside PCOS, perimenopause, high cholesterol or prediabetes.
Medication brings hormone levels back into range. Food then does the rest of the work: steady energy, better digestion, healthier cholesterol and a weight you can actually maintain.
Dal, paneer, curd, eggs, sprouts, chicken or fish help you stay full, protect muscle and support a slower metabolism.
Iodine is needed to make thyroid hormone. Iodised salt usually covers it; extra iodine supplements are not a good idea unless your doctor advises them.
Sunflower and pumpkin seeds, eggs, fish, rajma and whole grains help the body use thyroid hormone.
Vegetables, fruit, whole grains and millets help with constipation and cholesterol, which are common with an underactive thyroid.
Low iron and low vitamin D are common alongside thyroid problems and can add to tiredness. Ask your doctor to check them.
Sugary drinks, fried snacks, refined flour and very large portions of rice or roti, which make weight and cholesterol harder to manage. No need to fear everyday vegetables like cabbage or cauliflower.
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There is no single "thyroid diet". What helps most is a balanced Indian diet with enough protein and fibre, iodised salt in normal amounts, regular meal times and portion control, alongside your medication. A nutritionist can tailor it to your weight goals, reports and routine.
Yes. Once your thyroid levels are well controlled with medication, weight loss works much as it does for anyone else: steady eating habits, enough protein, strength exercise, good sleep and patience. It can feel slower, which is why a plan you can stick to matters.
Usually not. These foods are fine in normal, cooked amounts for most people. Soya and high-fibre foods can affect how your tablet is absorbed, so keep them away from the time you take it.
Most people are advised to take levothyroxine on an empty stomach with water and wait 30 to 60 minutes before breakfast or tea and coffee. Keep calcium and iron supplements a few hours apart from it. Always follow your own doctor's instructions.
No. Food supports your health and weight, but it does not replace thyroid medication. Never change or stop your dose without speaking to your doctor.
This page is general information, not medical advice. Diet supports, but does not replace, thyroid treatment from your doctor.
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