{"id":9986,"date":"2020-08-14T15:28:59","date_gmt":"2020-08-14T20:28:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/innovativehomecare.com\/?p=9986"},"modified":"2020-12-09T15:23:17","modified_gmt":"2020-12-09T21:23:17","slug":"thyroid-healthy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.innovativehomecare.com\/staging\/8503\/thyroid-healthy\/","title":{"rendered":"Thyroid: 5 Things You Can Do To Keep It Healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Whether you know it or not, your thyroid is one of the most important components of your body. Just like anything in the body, it functions better if it is healthy. What happens if it doesn’t work as it should? Believe it or not, this is more common than you think.<\/p>

Roughly 20 million Americans have thyroid conditions, and up to 60% of those people are unaware of their condition. A thyroid condition can be linked to conditions like fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), eczema<\/a>, or autoimmune disorders, but it can also stem from an unhealthy diet and poor lifestyle choices.<\/p>

What Is The Thyroid?<\/strong><\/h2>

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck that produces hormones, regulates your metabolism, and affects the function of each organ in the body. The hormones that the thyroid produces, thyroxine, and tri-iodothyronine, determine the speed and functions of your organs and how the body’s systems use energy.<\/p>

Hypothyroidism:<\/strong>\u00a0indicates that the thyroid is sluggish and underproductive. This condition slows down the body’s metabolism, which can lead to weight gain, increased cholesterol levels, and bone issues.<\/p>

Hyperthyroidism:<\/strong>\u00a0means that the thyroid is overactive and produces excessive amounts of thyroxine. An overactive thyroid causes the body to work faster than it should, ultimately disrupting normal bodily functions. It can lead to weight loss, eye problems, and even osteoporosis.<\/p>

5 Things You Can Do To Keep Your Thyroid Healthy<\/h3>

Now that you know a little about the thyroid, here are 5 ways you can keep your thyroid healthy.<\/p>

1. Maintain a Nutrient-Rich Diet<\/strong><\/span><\/p>

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Eating the right fruits and vegetables can help maintain your thyroid and overall health. It’s ideal to consume fruits and vegetables that are high in antioxidants and iodine, which is necessary for thyroid hormone production. An iron or iodine deficiency<\/a> can actually cause hypothyroidism. For those with hyperthyroidism, iodine can help slow the release of too many thyroid hormones. No matter what thyroid problem you have, iodine can help your thyroid function normally. Sea vegetables like kelp or spirulina can help supply you with iodine. Below is a list of foods, which are beneficial for thyroid health.<\/p>