Hippocrates once said, “Let food by thy medicine and let medicine be thy food.” If you are living with hypothyroidism, a condition caused by an underactive thyroid, this quote may hit close to home. With more than 27 million Americans affected by thyroid disease, choosing the right foods may be the glue that holds your health together. Symptoms such as weight gain and fatigue can plague people with hypothyroidism, but opting for a diet rich in nutrients, especially iodine and selenium, may help manage and even potentially reverse these unwelcome issues. On the other hand, a diet high in processed foods, gluten, sugar, and caffeine may harm your health and further contribute to symptoms. If you’ve been diagnosed with an underactive thyroid, do you know what foods your diet should consist of to help combat hypothyroidism and help you achieve a more energetic lifestyle? Read more…