It can be found in many processed foods where you wouldn’t expect it (sauces, ketchup, salad dressings).
Popular sources: wheat, barley, rye, spelt, farro, couscous, pasta, and baked goods. Completely eliminating gluten-rich foods can significantly improve glandular function.
2. Sugar – sweet but dangerous
By “sugar,” we mean both the teaspoon you add to your coffee and all sources of sugar: alcohol, fruit juices, energy drinks, and iced tea. Sugar causes inflammation, which is particularly harmful to the thyroid.
3. Dairy products – a common cause of inflammation
Many people struggle to digest them, which can lead to irritable bowel syndrome. Digestive disorders impede nutrient absorption, which in turn impacts the thyroid. Even organic milk isn’t always the answer: conventional milk is often far from “ideal.”
