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.
Vegetables should be the foundation of a low carb diet âas they should for any diet. You may need to up your intake of protein or fat to compensate for the reduction in carbohydrate. If increasing the amount of fat, ensure youâre getting a good supply of unsaturated fats which are found in nuts, avocados and oily fish.