7 Thyroid SUPERFOODS You Should be Eating Every Week

Add these 7 thyroid superfoods to your diet to naturally support thyroid function. What is a thyroid superfood? Well, a superfood is just a food that has more nutrients per unit compared to other foods.
There's nothing magical about these superfoods except that they provide more of the nutrients that your thyroid needs compared to other choices.
This means that by changing up the foods you put into your body you can ensure that you are giving your thyroid the best shot it has to function at optimal levels.
Please note that these foods will not magically heal or fix your thyroid, though! But, all things being equal, it would be better to consume these foods because of the nutrients and benefits that they provide to your thyroid compared to others.
7 Thyroid Superfoods include:
#1. Blueberries
Blueberries are low in sugar and high in phytonutrients (plant compounds).
Antioxidants in the form of anthocyanin and polyphenols help fight free radicals in your cells and prevent cellular damage.
1 cup of blueberries = 85 calories, 21 grams of carbs, 24% vitamin C, 36% vitamin K.
How much? ½ to 1 cup of blueberries each day, frozen or raw.
#2. Seaweed
Seaweed is the best food source of iodine but the concentration can vary based on numerous factors.
1 gram = 16 to 1984mcg of iodine.
#3. Maca root
2 tablespoons = 91 calories, 20 grams of carbs, 4 grams protein, 1 gram fat, 2 grams dietary fiber, 133% DV vitamin C, 84% DV copper, 23% DV iron, 16% DV potassium, 16% DV B6, 11% DV manganese, 8% DV niacin, 7% DV of calcium, 6% DV of riboflavin.
Use 1-2 tablespoons each day in organic powder form in a morning smoothie.
#4. Brazil nuts
Eating brazil nuts is the easiest way to get selenium into your diet aside from supplements.
1 brazil nut = 68 to 91mcg of selenium but concentration can vary by a lot so watch for signs of selenium toxicity.
#5. Coconut oil
One of the best fats to cook with! Coconut oil provides your body with a pure source of energy.
How much? 1-2 tablespoons per day.
#6. Garlic
One of the best nutrients available. Also adds a ton of flavor to foods.
If you don’t like the taste use 500 to 1500mg of garlic capsules per day.
#7. Mussels (can opt for other shellfish)
Mussels great source of protein jam-packed with thyroid-specific nutrients.
150g of mussels contain 18 grams of protein for 129 calories and almost 1 gram of omega 3 fatty acids.
Consume 1-3x per week for best results.
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Disclaimer:
Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: www.restartmed.com/what-happe...
This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.
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[@Isellhouses1216]

1) Blueberries 2) Seaweed 3) Maca root 4) Brazil nuts 5) Coconut oil 6) Garlic 7) Mussels

[@DarkAngel-cj6sx]

Great thank you

[@Licey-ln8xs]

It is spirulina a seaweed ??

[@drwestinchilds]

No.

[@user-fv7lr3ue3v]

Thank you 😊

[@sabinasv6005]

@@drwestinchilds is taking maca well aligned with spirulina? Or better one or another?

[@omittapir5986]

Maca root powder helped to bring down my thyroid medicine to now 25 mcg i take. I took it for one year and it had such positive effect on my overall mood, fatigueness .

[@lunarphoenixforyourface]

Great to know! Wow, I have to get some of that soon for sure.

[@blessingcarnes3110]

Where's maca root sold at?

[@omittapir5986]

@@blessingcarnes3110 Amazon, it's available.

[@HornsbySydney]

I can see there’s black, red and yellow maca root powder. Which one is the right one for hypothyroidism?

[@omittapir5986]

@@blessingcarnes3110 Amazon

[@adityabelapurkar8386]

I have been watching your videos off late and I love how your advice focuses on natural remedies and supplements than medicating through artificial sources. Thank you!

[@aid.dudez000]

Thank you, Dr. Westin. You make me feel so much better about my hypothyroidism.

[@ellenbaird393]

Thank you so much Dr. Westin. You give such great information!

[@JesusTheMightyGodMinistries]

Thank you so much for all your videos Dr. Childs. God bless you more and more

[@jennifergriffith7132]

Thanks Dr. Child's for this informative video. My PCP just told my that I have hyper thyroid also, I am diabetic. I a not a believer in synthetic medicine. Although, at times it's necessary. My problem is putting all this information together so that I don't OD myself and make matters worse.

[@carlinebonney7114]

Great video please keep these videos coming they are very Informative.

[@zmartz50]

Thank you for the great information

[@oe4270]

It is an excellent start. You made it clear that there s superfood. 👏👍

[@hellegilbert3000]

Thank you for this great advice Doctor.

[@sophiarevel6952]

Thank you, such good information.

[@karentoynton8948]

Thanks for your information.

[@minettemiller9923]

Thanks for sharing great information

[@gracezwmwaniki970]

Thank you so much Dr. Westin for your information. I am so blessed to come across your videos. I have suffered from Low Thyroid for a long period but no doctor has ever suggested of changing my diet...vitamins etc. God bless you

[@clauaome25]

Awesome, thanks!!

[@alaskabarb8089]

Westin, slow down! You sound like you had ten cups of coffee today😹. A lot of great info, as always!! Most surprised at how much selenium is in Brazil nuts. I’m going to have to watch that.

[@jenfreed78]

It's funny you say to slow down because I watch his videos at 1.25x the speed because it helps me absorb the info better. My brain is weird...

[@phyllistank1122]

I love his energetic way of speaking🙃

[@MeMe-dw1sm]

I do it at 2 x 😅​@@jenfreed78

[@joannatyack8641]

😂

[@waymakers_kid9904]

for anyone who has trouble hearing and digesting Dr Child's incredibly fast talking jut go to the settings cog on the video player and then click playback speed and change it to .75

[@JP-tq7ni]

👍👍

[@user-tf2ql3zh1l]

I find that between .8 and 85 on the custom setting works better for me - depends on each of his videos as he really gets going super fast sometimes! Good tip though. Happy Easter. 💟

[@debbiec7145]

I’m using 1.25

[@clarapankhurst842]

​@@JP-tq7ni⁸

[@ETcallhome]

Thanks! I learned something new today.

[@estherbalisalisadalde-ie1me]

Thank you Dr. Childs for your video.. God bless you even more 🙏

[@BitZapple]

some bonus ones: black cumin, turmeric, ashwagandha, generally sea food

[@galinageorgieva8554]

yes, black cumin is amazing for the thyroid

[@blisssiew6786]

Tqsm. Dr. Justin Childs. Awesome sharing. Just subscribed & shall share to loved ones.

[@tinacoribella5]

Love your videos! When you’re talking about superfoods and supplements, can you spell them (or list) on screen? It would be helpful!!! Thanks for all you do!!❤

[@liseraphina2421]

Turn on “captions”.

[@NancyFreire-dv4pi]

Thankful for the information

[@calverleslie3385]

Hey Doctor I just want to say I love you brother. Thank you for this information. I have hypothyroid problems bad

[@kisutis]

Please explain more about the Maca root - what are contraindications for using it?

[@aidabarbosa-haukenfrers5067]

Thank you.

[@kayceianderson8063]

Maca is the only thing that’s helped me get out of the brain fog abyss!

[@lunarphoenixforyourface]

Good to know! I was thinking about ordering some- now i definitely will. If I can remember...😂

[@kayceianderson8063]

@@lunarphoenixforyourface ginkgo helps too!

[@les9058]

Did you take the amount recommended here, and how long did it take for you to notice a benefit?

[@isabelladavis1363]

Thank you!

[@colleensmith8174]

You are brilliant! ❤

[@isabelladavis1363]

Wow the maca root as an Adaptionen and the benefits is staggering..trying to grow holy basil for us here in the garden but the Deep South isn’t the best area to get this started lol…soooo much great information packed in this video..garlic onions daily …thank you once again doc…

[@wandarivera1574]

I heard onions are not good for thyroid

[@les9058]

Depending on Why... Maybe grow indoors in your kitchen window!

[@les9058]

​@@wandarivera1574 Wanda ...What did you hear... they are sulfur based so good for a Lotta things!

[@joyceb481]

thanks for the videos

[@marilynaderson6568]

I have bounced around so much looking for a solution - thank you for your work. I hope this one that works, hugs and tears.

[@roguehy]

Thank you so much for all your educational videos. It has helped me a lot. One bit of feedback I have is that your mic quality is bad and hard to listen to because it’s scratchy and tinny. If I were you it would be my priority to upgrade it. Just my opinion. Thanks again for taking the time to film these mini-lectures and share them online.

[@les9058]

PLEASE Read the accompanying Transcript... it Makes it much easier to get ALL the details & imp info you Need from these Wonderful videos! 👍

[@elsathal7359]

Thank you for sharing ✌️💞🤟

[@bybbah]

Hi Doc now what about hyperthyroidism, graves .What will be the best diet.

[@karenweidauer6861]

Great info

[@achambers747]

❤ Thank you so very much!

[@ElizofAmerica]

Love mussels in garlic white wine sauce

[@karenbole7130]

Thank you Dr. Childs

[@drwestinchilds]

Welcome!

[@mikevoegeli2006]

Super informative

[@elizabethbungalon-stucki6904]

Good...hope to have a diet plan

[@lisareynolds4545]

I actually have Hashimoto's hyperthyroidism. This is not something you have addressed in your videos so far. It's either Graves hyperthyroidism or Hashimoto's hypothyroidism. I would love some direction how to treat Hashimoto's hyperthyroidism naturally. Thank you.

[@gracie3174]

Great info👏👏👏👏

[@user-wq4rf8yq8s]

😊Thank You, sounds 👍 Good❤

[@justliving222]

Is Macca root safe to take if you have irregular periods as well?

[@Hiitsmelyn8333]

Thank you Doc🙏 this is very informative.

[@drwestinchilds]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@janicepope6778]

What brand of supplements do you recommend.

[@flowinggrace4060]

Thank you sooo much! :)

[@bklynoctorious498]

Thank you very much !

[@drwestinchilds]

Welcome!

[@marinaperal8857]

Hi dr.Child.... what do you thing about cllorella could i use it with Hasimoto??

[@nunjaya6497]

Thankyou so much doctor. Can you please tell us what’s the issue with cruciferous veggies 🥦 🥗 I am so confused I have heard pros and cons for this food group and I don’t know what to do because I’m not really a massive meat eater but I love my veggies. I’m frozen stage rn. 🙁

[@les9058]

Do you do eggs? They are a great complete protein source, do organic, grass fed! 🥚

[@TheVtpics]

Love how you talk so fast. Brilliant mind full of brilliant info for us thank you ☺️

[@les9058]

Also gets more info out!

[@helenlimson]

Thanks a lot Dr. Chids

[@shinebright0795]

EXCELLENT, Thank You ❤️💫

[@susanshaver912]

Wow you can talk fast! Good list. Love to pick wild blueberries in late summer.

[@argent2020]

I have 4 nodules in the thyroid glands and they are from 4 - 9 cm. The biopsy came back benign. Is there a treatment without surgery?.

[@fkeys9575]

this is Great information DR. Westin thank you for sharing this.... my Doctor just wants to prescribe medicaton only . I ask what else can be done and get no helpful anwers . thank you so much .

[@dawnrobertson3123]

Yup, that's all drs know to do now. Look for Izabella Wentz.... dr, author of several books. Bk/ Adrenal Transformation Protocol.

[@les9058]

Too many Dr. S Don't know the A's to that Q... And they expect you to do your own research.... TG it's available here... Dr. Sm Gupta and ND Dr Janine from Canada all have very informative videos weekly...

[@user-gk7ob8yq3x]

Hi Dr Childs. Have found your sessions very informative. However, I am hearing impaired and would be grateful if you could support your presentation with on screen dot points. Very grateful to you for explaining so many aspects of thyroid problems. Mine has shrivelled up and stopped working. Also have a multinodule goitre. Grateful if you could advise what happens to the goitre now my thyroid is so tiny. Many thanks.

[@rosalindarcher6060]

I’ve no idea if it might help but there’s a subtitle button up at the top (second in from the right).

[@dspirit444]

Dr. Child's such great info...why are you speed talking?

[@eddieandjulieklysz458]

We have colloid Silver, Zinc,Copper, Magnesium. It works very well for us I make up a week or two when running out. It's very good.

[@jennifergriffith7132]

My Pcp just told me that I have thyroid also diabetic. Wrote me prescriptions and sent me on my way. He prescribed SYNTHROID and RYBELSUS. I don't want to take them, because I am afraid of the affect they might have on my other organs. What would your recommendation at a doctor be? I am also taking OLMESARTAN/HYDR

[@b.h.4887]

Everyday smoothie with handful of blueberries

[@rocioarteaga5011]

Dr. Can you make a video about use of sauna on your therapies including the optimal time for each propose, please.

[@drwestinchilds]

Sure, I can add it to the list of future videos.

[@user-wp6se9sc5l]

What is a good brand of Maca root?

[@amandaedward1018]

Thankyou

[@Rutyos]

The list is at 16.00

[@ccaselli7]

I love raw garlic...if u crush it, and then leave it out in open air for 10 mins or so, it increases the beneficial compounds ,by alot. If u want to use it medicinally..that is the best way, ...if u dont like the taste..mix it with olive oil, and just wash it down with water, without chewing. Or have it with toast.

[@sadafzafar8524]

Can you pls list super foods for hyperthyroidism please?

[@jsgrwg1]

Can you do coconut meat instead of the oil?

[@ilax4244]

My doctor took me off synthroid though I was low. Thank you for all you know and share with us. My diet was not helping me.

[@leomena8192]

Fantastic information Dr. CHILDS!

[@drwestinchilds]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@molikpomjklkkytalanna_moli2121]

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[@lesleyrobbie6373]

I had Graves hyperthyroidism and am now hypothyroidism after radium treatment can you advise re this. Thank you

[@shelleyreimer9339]

Also where do I get your free pdf? Can’t find any link

[@1842budd]

What is good for someone who has no thyroid do to thyroid cancer?

[@leinersioson6593]

Dr. Childs does soya milk raises the tsh levels?

[@matiramatibay]

Can i have favor sir in your video can u please show the image of food which not allowed and allowed only

[@farhat143ash]

Thanks for the information sir 👍

[@evagriffin7384]

THANKS FOR THE INFO.

[@jillbielanski3360]

Thank you so much 🙏.😊

[@alicia24sjc]

Please discuss about food to eat for people with no thyroid

[@amberthomas9197]

I take levothyroxine should I began to cut my doses back if I am incorporating these foods in my daily diet?

[@oldbat4383]

a lot of minerals aren't well absorbed. when you say100-200mcg of selenium, is that the "raw numbers" amount or the absorbed amount?

[@nedawarren1]

Is roasted seaweed good to have if you have Hashimoto? I keep hearing that due to its high iodine content it isn’t recommended!

[@stubbieiga]

I have a iodine allergy how do I get around that and a allergy to nut all nuts

[@helenacena2709]

Thank you Dr Childs this is indeed very helpful My question is it is OK to take iodine rich food if you have hyperthyroidism? Thank you and God bless you

[@babyjeditor]

control you iodine intake.. it will hyper you more..

[@les9058]

Ya, it's essential element if you were reading the info in the transcript!

[@paisleyjane9606]

There are a few of us who are allergic to coconut. I've turned to EVO and avocado oil. Is there anything better?

[@sheenasantos-alipio8267]

Is macadamia nut allowed?

[@anikomiles4260]

Thank you about the selenium dosage 🤙🤙🤙💜

[@mariannavin4135]

What about taking seaweed and eltroxin medication?

[@cathyfields4707]

I have inoperable thyroid cancer any help for me gaining weight bad but dr says function is fine

[@irenebruasetflusund6793]

Can You say something about hypotyroidism and the reason for developing white spots on skin. And vitilgo .

[@drwestinchilds]

Vitiligo is an autoimmune disease that tends to be associated with Hashimoto's (but not always) that causes depigmentation (white spots) on the skin.

[@eileenkeegan2547]

Dr Childs Your videos are a Godsend, thank you. I gave a question, does your supplement advice apply to someone like myself who has had their thyroid removed due to cancer?

[@carlapelfrey7750]

I wondered this same question....my thyroid was ablated from a thyroid disease. I'm guessing that these foods are for people that have a thyroid and will make it work better....and not for us that don't have a thyroid. --- There is so much involved with the thyroid or lack of one and regulating the hormones for us to live.

[@les9058]

Eat'n right gets IMP after all that! Hope you are take'n great care of yourself! 🙏🏼

[@karlasappington]

I had a complete thyroidectomy! What can I do? Can I come off of my Synthroid and replace it with diet? Please help me!

[@minettedelrosario2784]

Are these recommendations also good for hyperthyroidism?

[@almendraortiz5540]

Hi Dr. Westin, my question is if I can drink decaffeinated coffee? I read that it has only 3% of caffeine only. I’m a coffee drinker and has been very hard for me to not drink any. Thank you, Almendra O.

[@kathytruong1998]

I think 4 hrs after Levothyroxine or consider to take Levo in the Evening

[@rugayatoefy2569]

Is there a difference between hashimot s nd graves disease....... ND hw can u help th body get rid of lead... As I was diagnoose with graves disease nd was given a green radioactive capsule in 1998

[@jenniferclemons516]

Does one have to have all the symptoms at one time?

[@aryehbiblow7435]

I understood that: I asked my doctor and got an ok for, Blueberries Seaweed Maca root Brazil nuts Coconut oil Garlic Mussels Selenium Spirulina

[@les9058]

How are you do'n with All that now.... Has it helped?

[@laurahook7509]

I can not eat shellfish. Would you recommend salmon indtead?

[@maryjeffries3126]

I have ckd stage 2, and also lichen schlerosis as well as hashimotos. I take t4 and t3. Thyroid long ago atrophied. Does all of this advice apply to me, or do other conditions contraindicate it ?

[@les9058]

Would think dietary support even more imp for you... Have you had a response yet?

[@user-tp8mt4vj7y]

Where could i get maka root...thankyou for your information

[@mariadailey6415]

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