are mainly divided into two categories. One is caused by genetic factors and the other is caused by iodine deficiency, because the human body's function requires thyroxine to function, and iodine is an important factor in the synthesis of thyroxine .
"Doctor", I am a patient with hypothyroidism, why don't I take iodized salt?
This is the question that every endocrine doctor answers the most in clinical work. Don't worry, we will explain it clearly below!
After suffering from hypothyroidism, patients should not only take medicines as prescribed by the doctor in their lives, but also pay attention to their diet in life to maintain the normal secretion of thyroid hormones and avoid fear of cold. But at this time, many friends don’t know much about it and don’t know whether they should supplement iodine salt. Today we will figure it out!
1, should patients with hypothyroidism supplement iodine?
Because the causes of hypothyroidism are complex and diverse, some patients with hypothyroidism will show big necks. If this is the case, patients should supplement iodine appropriately. You can choose iodized salt , seaweed, kelp and seafood.
But there is another situation where the intake of iodized salt should be restricted, such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Such patients should have a low iodine diet. Therefore, whether patients with hypothyroidism should take iodine depends on the condition.
2. The results of blood atherapeutic test are the gold standard for judging whether to eat iodine salt.
Atherapeutic tests are divided into five items, among which TPOAb, TgAb, and TRAb are the most common. If the three items TPOAb, TgAb and TRAb are negative during the examination, patients do not need to avoid iodine. If positive, they need to avoid iodine.
Nowadays, many salts are rich in iodine. If patients with hypothyroidism cannot buy iodine-free salt in their daily lives, they can fry the iodine-added salt in a hot pot, and the iodine will evaporate.
3. In addition to iodine, patients with hypothyroidism should pay attention to three taboos and one appropriate diet!
1. Avoid eating foods that are prone to swelling, such as cabbage, cassava , etc. Patients should not eat them raw.
2 should not eat foods with high oil, high fat, and high cholesterol. For example, animal liver, fat meat, grilled sausages sold on the street, grilled squid , etc.
patients with hypothyroidism have a low fat metabolism rate, and overeating such foods can increase the risk of hyperlipemia.
3. Avoid salt intake. Myxyloid edema is the most frequent complication of hypothyroidism patients. Excessive salt intake will lead to worsening of edema. Therefore, hypothyroidism patients should have less salt and not eat too salty!
4. It is advisable to eat foods rich in dietary fiber. Abnormal gastrointestinal function is a frequent discomfort in patients with hypothyroidism, such as slowing gastrointestinal motility, which leads to constipation. Therefore, foods rich in dietary fiber are the advice of every endocrinologist to patients, such as various grains and fresh vegetables and fruits, etc. If patients with hypothyroidism are not clear or understand in their daily lives, they should consult a doctor to avoid adverse effects on the condition.
