We know that Hashimoto’s and other autoimmune conditions develop due to
three things.
1.Genetic predisposition. 2.intestinal permeability 3. Autoimmune triggers,
While researchers have labeled thyroid antibodies under 100 IU/mL as
“remission status”, and thyroid antibodies above 500 IU/mL as “aggressive”, I
would again caution to look at the big picture.
1. Removing Gluten
2. Removing Dairy
3. Removing Soy
4. The Paleo Diet – Removing Grains and Processed Foods
5. The Autoimmune Paleo Diet (AIP) – Further Restrictions
6. Addressing H. Pylori Infections
7. Eradicating Blastocystis Hominis
8. Resolving SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
9. Addressing Yersinia Infections
10. Mercury Removal – Dental Amalgams
11. Iodine Restriction to Reduce Oxidative Stress
12. Selenium as an Antioxidant Manufacturer
Bump up your Vitamin D, remove fluoride, evaluate the non-thyroid
related medications you take that may be affecting your thyroid, and
look around to clean up your environment from endocrine
disruptors.
Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis)
This adaptogen may be beneficial for Hashimoto’s; it has been found
to reduce thyroid antibodies as well as improve TSH and free T4
levels.
Amla (Emblica officinalis) – Indian Gooseberry
Indian gooseberry is also commonly used for high cholesterol and
persistent heartburn.
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) – Indian Ginseng has helped to
improve mood disorders in many of my clients. Research supports
that ashwagandha may offer antidepressant, antioxidant, anti-
inflammatory and neuroprotective benefits on top of being an
effective treatment for subclinical hypothyroidism.
Holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) – Tulsi
Tulsi tea to support my overall stress levels. This has become my go-
to adaptogen during lactation, as it is also a galactagogue.
The 7 Most Common Nutrient Deficiencies in Hashimoto’s
From research and experience, I’ve concluded that the most
common nutrient deficiencies in Hashimoto’s are (in no particular
order):
1. Selenium
2. Vitamin D
3. Vitamin B12
4. Iron/Ferritin (the iron storage protein)
5. Thiamine
6. Zinc
7. Magnesium
Nutrient Deficiencies – Common examples
include Selenium, Vitamin D, low calorie diets, B vitamins,
Iron/Ferritin, Iodine and Zinc.
Food Sensitivities – Gluten, dairy, soy, grains, eggs, and
nuts/seeds/nightshades are the most common.
In analyzing the diets that have worked for my clients and readers, I’ve found
the following three diets to be especially helpful:
1. The gluten, dairy and soy free diet
2. The Paleo diet
3. The Autoimmune Paleo diet
1. The gluten, dairy and soy free diet is, well, exactly what it sounds like. You
remove any foods that contain them, from your diet. This is done because
they’re the most reactive in Hashimoto’s. If you’re ready to try this, be sure to
read labels, as these are often hidden ingredients in many foods.
2. The Root Cause Paleo Diet removes dairy, grains, legumes (except green
beans and pea protein), sugar, high-iodine foods, caffeine, and Capsaicin-
containing peppers (chili pepper, red chilli flakes, cayenne pepper).
Foods to eat include all meats, all vegetables, all fruits, eggs, nuts, seeds,
nightshades (except cayenne and chili peppers), black pepper (piper nigrum),
bell peppers, smoothies made with hydrolyzed beef protein (such
as Rootcology Paleo Protein and Rootcology AI Paleo Protein), and smoothies
with added pea protein, like Rootcology Pea Protein Powder.
3. I find that many people experience great success with the Root Cause
Autoimmune Diet as well.
Foods avoided on this diet are:
Gluten
Dairy
Eggs
Soy
Fungi (mushrooms)
Alcohol
Beans and legumes
Nightshades
Sugars (including honey and agave)
Canned foods, processed foods
Coffee
High glycemic index foods
Grains (including buckwheat and rice)
Nuts and seeds
Foods included in this diet are:
Most organic vegetables
Fermented foods
Most organic meats
Low glycemic organic fruits
Coconut
Noodles: Brown shirataki yam noodles
Herbs and Spices
Additional foods that I find to be beneficial for the thyroid include green
smoothies, fermented foods, bone broth, hot lemon water, beets, cruciferous
vegetables, cilantro, fiber, turmeric, and berries. Many of my readers have
experienced excellent outcomes eating these whole food, organic diets.
