Getting Through the Day with a Thyroid Condition
Getting Through the Day with a Thyroid Condition
by Chris Sparling
Jose Canseco's name is almost synonymous with 'roids; steroids, that is. The same can arguably be said about Barry Bonds, Marion Jones, and the Governator himself. But, a different and more pervasive type of 'roid problem exists in this country, and it is not relegated to overreaching athletes or bodybuilders.
Thyroid conditions affect as many as 13 million Americans, oftentimes making daily life extremely arduous. With normal activities being so physically taxing, you can probably imagine how tough it sometimes can be for people with a thyroid condition to endure a workout, wherein even the best of intentions to be healthier can sometimes be thwarted by your own body. Thankfully, if you have a thyroid condition, there are some lifestyle changes that may help get you through your day and workout.
Of course, this starts with understanding what actually causes a thyroid condition. WebMD tackles this matter in this article, pointing to several possible triggers. Beyond developing this understanding of causation, there are some steps you can take to minimize your risk and/or mitigate the effects of your thyroid condition.
Cap the Tap. Unless your tap water is filtered, you may be ingesting too much fluoride, which can hinder thyroid function. Opt instead for bottled water. It may not be the environmentally friendly solution, but it is necessary for better thyroid health.
Boost Selenium Intake. Since your body needs this mineral to produce thyroid hormones, it's vital that you are taking in adequate amounts. Selenium can be found in abundance in rice, Brazil nuts, and tuna.
Get Enough Iodine. This trace mineral is also required for thyroid hormone production. Get your fill of it easily from table salt and seafood.
Cut Back on Soy. Isoflavones in soy can interfere with the production and use of thyroid hormones, so you would do well to keep your soy intake to a minimum.
by Chris Sparling
Jose Canseco's name is almost synonymous with 'roids; steroids, that is. The same can arguably be said about Barry Bonds, Marion Jones, and the Governator himself. But, a different and more pervasive type of 'roid problem exists in this country, and it is not relegated to overreaching athletes or bodybuilders.
Thyroid conditions affect as many as 13 million Americans, oftentimes making daily life extremely arduous. With normal activities being so physically taxing, you can probably imagine how tough it sometimes can be for people with a thyroid condition to endure a workout, wherein even the best of intentions to be healthier can sometimes be thwarted by your own body. Thankfully, if you have a thyroid condition, there are some lifestyle changes that may help get you through your day and workout.
Of course, this starts with understanding what actually causes a thyroid condition. WebMD tackles this matter in this article, pointing to several possible triggers. Beyond developing this understanding of causation, there are some steps you can take to minimize your risk and/or mitigate the effects of your thyroid condition.
Cap the Tap. Unless your tap water is filtered, you may be ingesting too much fluoride, which can hinder thyroid function. Opt instead for bottled water. It may not be the environmentally friendly solution, but it is necessary for better thyroid health.
Boost Selenium Intake. Since your body needs this mineral to produce thyroid hormones, it's vital that you are taking in adequate amounts. Selenium can be found in abundance in rice, Brazil nuts, and tuna.
Get Enough Iodine. This trace mineral is also required for thyroid hormone production. Get your fill of it easily from table salt and seafood.
Cut Back on Soy. Isoflavones in soy can interfere with the production and use of thyroid hormones, so you would do well to keep your soy intake to a minimum.
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