Tyrosine: The thyroid gland combines tyrosine and iodine to make thyroid hormone, so this is an essential amino acid for thyroid hormone production. Get it with: Turkey, egg whites and spirulina. Selenium: Necessary for the normal function the thyroid.
A low-carb diet limits carbohydrates â such as those found in grains, starchy vegetables and fruit â and emphasizes foods high in protein and fat. Many types of low-carb diets exist. Each diet has varying restrictions on the types and amounts of carbohydrates you can eat.
Low-Carb Diets. By Laura Dolson - Reviewed by a board-certified physician. Beans and other legumes (the term pulses used in many countries is almost the same thing) are encouraged on the South Beach Diet (and for good nutrition in general) as a good source of fiber, resistant starch, and many nutrients and phytonutrients.