Thyroid Conditions
Natural Care for Thyroid Conditions
ANMC Holistic Health in Little Falls, MN takes a holistic approach to treating thyroid conditions by looking at the root cause of the problem and addressing it with a personalized treatment plan. Here are some of the ways functional medicine may treat thyroid conditions:
Comprehensive Testing: Our practitioners may use comprehensive testing to evaluate the function of the thyroid gland, as well as other organs and systems in the body. This may include tests to evaluate hormone levels, nutrient deficiencies, food sensitivities, and gut health.
Personalized Nutrition: ANMC practitioners may recommend a personalized nutrition plan that is tailored to the individual's needs and designed to support thyroid function. This may include specific nutrients like iodine, selenium, and vitamin D, as well as foods that are anti-inflammatory and supportive of gut health.
Lifestyle Modifications: We may recommend lifestyle modifications that can support thyroid health, such as stress management, exercise, and sleep hygiene. They may also address underlying factors like environmental toxins and chronic infections that can impact thyroid function.
Nutritional Supplements: Our natural health practitioners may recommend nutritional supplements to support thyroid function, such as iodine, selenium, magnesium, and zinc. They may also recommend supplements to support gut health, like probiotics and digestive enzymes.
Functional medicine is an approach that seeks to identify and address the root cause of a problem, rather than just treating the symptoms. By taking a holistic approach to thyroid health, functional medicine practitioners can help individuals achieve optimal thyroid function and improve their overall health and well-being.
How ANMC’s Nutrition Approach Supports Thyroid
Nutritionists can play a significant role in managing thyroid conditions by providing dietary advice and helping individuals make appropriate lifestyle changes. Some of the thyroid conditions that nutritionists can help with include:
Hypothyroidism: This condition occurs when the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough thyroid hormone. Nutritionists can recommend a diet that includes iodine-rich foods such as seaweed, fish, dairy products, and eggs, as well as foods high in selenium like Brazil nuts, sunflower seeds, and tuna. They may also advise on consuming foods with vitamin D and iron as these vitamins can be low in people with hypothyroidism.
Hyperthyroidism: This condition occurs when the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone. Nutritionists can recommend a diet that is low in iodine-rich foods, such as seaweed, fish, and iodized salt. They may suggest including foods that are high in calcium like broccoli, kale, and fortified cereals.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis: This is an autoimmune disorder that causes inflammation of the thyroid gland. Nutritionists can recommend an anti-inflammatory diet that is high in fiber, fruits, and vegetables. They may also suggest removing gluten from the diet as some people with Hashimoto's may have a sensitivity to it.
Graves' disease: This is an autoimmune disorder that causes the thyroid gland to produce too much thyroid hormone. Nutritionists can recommend a diet that is low in iodine-rich foods and high in calcium, as well as foods that are high in antioxidants like berries, leafy greens, and nuts.
It is important to note that nutritionists can provide dietary recommendations to complement medical treatment but they cannot diagnose thyroid conditions or prescribe medication. Anyone with a suspected thyroid condition should seek medical advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
A Comprehensive Initial Consultation is the most cost effective and informative appointment for natural thyroid care.
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