It also:
- It increases insulin levels, which can disrupt hormonal balance.
- It weakens the immune system
- Contributes to weight gain – a common problem with hypothyroidism
🟢 Top tip:
Choose whole foods with a low glycemic index, such as berries, nuts, and vegetables.
Limit your sugar intake to less than 25g per day .
❌ 5. Too much caffeine
Adrenal and thyroid stressor
Food products worth paying attention to:
- Coffee, energy drinks, strong black tea
While a moderate amount of caffeine isn’t a problem for most people, too much can:
- Increased anxiety and insomnia – common with hyperthyroidism
- It disrupts sleep and adrenal health , which affects thyroid function.
- Interfere with the absorption of thyroid medications (wait at least 60 minutes after taking medications)
🟢 Tip:
Limit yourself to 1-2 cups of coffee per day and avoid drinking it with breakfast if you are taking thyroid medication
