Food Sources That Can Impact Thyroid Health

Cruciferous Vegetables

Although cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, turnips, kale, and cauliflower, are extremely beneficial for preventing many types of cancer, it is important to acknowledge they may have an adverse impact on the function of the thyroid gland. Iodine deficiency is a common cause of hypothyroidism, and eating lots of cruciferous vegetables may inhibit the absorption of adequate iodine. Of course, cruciferous vegetables are part of a healthy and balanced diet. With this in mind, individuals may want to limit their daily intake to five ounces per day, as this amount appears to have no negative effect on thyroid health. Cooking the vegetables also helps prevent them from blocking iodine absorption as well.