Revitalize Your Thyroid: 9 Natural Ways To Cure Thyroid Issues

Weight gain. Fatigue. Heart palpitations. Sleepless nights. 

If you suffer from thyroid problems, these symptoms are all too familiar. 

You’d like to move past traditional thyroid medications and actually heal your thyroid, but is that even possible? And if it is, where would you begin?

Healing your thyroid is possible, and at HealthierU in Brooklyn, we’ve seen it happen time and time again.



From dietary changes to nutritional supplements, keep reading to discover nine natural ways to cure thyroid issues and how HealthierU’s proven holistic approach can support your thyroid health. 

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The road to curing thyroid issues involves a combination of interventions that may include:

• Maintaining a healthy diet, including avoiding sugar and going gluten-free
• Taking nutritional supplements like selenium, iodine, zinc, and B12
• Keeping stress under control
• Getting plenty of exercise
• Acupuncture
• Herbal remedies
• Healing your gut
• Reducing chemical exposure
• Adopting a holistic approach 



If you’re ready to investigate natural ways to cure thyroid issues, look no further than HealthierU. Request a nutrition consultation today to find out more.

Some great foods to eat if you struggle with thyroid issues include things like: 



• Wild-caught fish like tuna
• Canned sardines
• Raw dairy
• Fermented grains
• Brazil nuts
• Spinach 
• Grass-fed beef
• Beef liver
• Asparagus
• Chickpeas
• Cocoa
• Brussels sprouts
• Pistachios
• Flax seed
  

Studies reveal that sugar intake can lead to inflammation, which has a huge impact on thyroid health. To best treat your thyroid issue naturally, avoid eating:



• Candy
• Baked goods like cookies and cake
• Soda
• Energy drinks
• Ice cream
• Protein bars
• Breakfast cereal
• Condiments
  

Opting for a gluten-free diet is another natural way to cure thyroid issues. Avoid foods that contain gluten, such as: 

• Bread 
• Wheat pasta
• Canned soups
• Some condiments and spices
• Soy sauce

Instead, choose gluten-free options like: 



• Rice
• Vegetables
• Fruits
• Quinoa
• Dairy; and 
• Gluten-free bread, baked goods, and pasta

Some nutritional supplements support common deficiencies in people with thyroid issues. Your need for these supplements depends on your levels of vitamins and minerals and can be determined by a natural health practitioner. 

The mineral selenium helps balance your body’s levels of T4 hormones and facilitates the conversion of T4 to active T3 within the thyroid gland. Selenium, especially when it’s combined with zinc, may have a positive impact on thyroid function. 

Selenium may be taken as a supplement or found in foods such as:



• Brazil nuts
• Spinach
• Yellowfin tuna
• Halibut
• Canned sardines
• Grass-fed beef, turkey, and beef liver
  

Studies have found that low iodine levels are commonly found in patients with thyroid disorders. Your thyroid requires iodine to properly produce thyroid hormones, but it must be obtained through supplements or diet. 

Iodine-rich foods include: 



• Eggs
• Dairy
• Seaweed
• Liver
• Cod

People suffering from thyroid conditions frequently have lower levels of vitamin B-12, commonly known as the “energy vitamin”. 

Vitamin B-12 is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and is a critical player in proper immune system function. Decreased levels of vitamin B-12 have been shown to increase inflammation in the thyroid gland, worsening the symptoms of Hashimoto's thyroiditis disease.

Getting adequate vitamin B12 may go a long way towards helping to:

• Stabilize your mood
• Improve your energy 
• Fight fatigue
• Boost your memory
• And more
  

Sometimes referred to as "the catalyst" of thyroid hormone production, the mineral zinc plays a vital role in both the formation and metabolism of thyroid hormones. 

Research has found that zinc deficiency is a cause of subclinical hypothyroidism. Zinc:



• Enables T3 receptors to become biologically active.
• Helps regulate enzyme activity that facilitates the synthesis of T3 (the active form of thyroid hormone), TRH (thyrotropin-releasing hormone) from the hypothalamus, and TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) from the pituitary gland.
• Changes the structures of essential proteins that control the rate of transcription of genetic information from DNA to messenger RNA involved in the formation of thyroid hormones.
  

Excessive physical or emotional stress — such as going through a traumatic experience or constantly feeling anxious, fatigued, overworked, or angry —  keeps your body in “fight-or-flight” mode with elevated levels of adrenaline and cortisol.

When this occurs, your blood vessels narrow, your muscles tense, and your blood pressure increases — resulting in the release of inflammatory antibodies and proteins that suppress immune function and damage your adrenals and thyroid glands. 

To keep from overloading your endocrine system, it’s critical to learn to tackle stress head-on and get to the root causes of mental strain.

Practical ways to manage stress include:



• Getting seven to nine hours of sleep every night
• Meditation
• Regular exercise
• Journaling
• Joining a faith community or support group
• Dealing with addictions
• Scheduling time to do fun things 
• Spending time with people you enjoy
  

A sedentary lifestyle and lack of exercise may contribute to overall poor health and lead to hormonal imbalances. 



To support healthy thyroid levels, choose low-impact forms of exercise like:

• Walking
• Water aerobics
• Yoga
• Tai chi
• Strength training
• Cycling
  

Studies reveal that acupuncture may help to increase thyroid hormones in people with hypothyroidism. Additional acupuncture benefits include:



• Reduced sensitivity to pain 
• Lowered stress levels
• Calming effect
• Improved muscle stiffness
• Increased joint stability
• Improved circulation
• Reduced inflammation
  

Herbs can also be a safe, natural way to cure thyroid issues. Some possible options include:



• Ashwagandha: Also known as ​​Indian ginseng, this herb has been shown to help improve levels of the thyroid hormones TSH, T3, and T4. It may also be useful in relieving anxiety, balancing cortisol, improving cholesterol, regulating blood sugar, and improving fitness levels.
• Rhodiola: Research reveals that this herb may be beneficial for thyroid issues by reducing THS (thyroid-stimulating hormone) levels and increasing other thyroid hormone levels.
• Coleus forskohlii: This Ayurvedic herb can be found in numerous weight-loss supplements. Studies show it effectively triggers the production of thyroid hormones T3 and T4. 

For some people, thyroid symptoms are related to leaky gut syndrome, which results in inflammation. This condition keeps nutrients from being absorbed and can:

• Lead to autoimmune reactions, including thyroid conditions.
• Reduce oxygen reaching the organs.
• Cause less blood flow through the gastrointestinal tract.
• Interfere with enzyme production, making it harder to digest foods like grains, dairy, and fats.

To heal leaky gut, eat foods like:



• Bone broth
• Rad, cultured dairy
• Fermented foods, including sauerkraut and yogurt
• Coconut oil
• Fruit

In this day and age, toxins are impossible to avoid. From medications to hormonal birth control to commercial beauty or cleaning products, chemical exposure is everywhere and is a major contributor to inflammatory reactions.



You can reduce chemical exposure in your home and in your body by: 

• Using natural products to clean and freshen your home 
• Opting for natural cosmetics and body care
• Decreasing your intake of unnecessary medications
• Choosing organic foods
• Quitting smoking.
• Removing amalgam fillings

Adopting a protocol of holistic changes is the best natural way to cure thyroid issues and get back to feeling like yourself again. 

HealthierU approaches thyroid imbalance in this very way. 

First, Dr. Sergi conducts a thorough exam, including a complete medical history. 

Once she confirms that hypothyroidism is the cause of your symptoms, she’ll create a custom-designed program that addresses your distinct needs with a personalized hypothyroidism diet and lifestyle plan.

Our lifestyle programs include things such as:

• Making dietary changes
• Incorporating whole food supplementation; and
• Beginning an exercise plan that fits your personal needs

Schedule a free complimentary consultation to get started today.

Your journey towards a healthier you starts today. 

Through the use of a holistic approach, HealthierU finds the cause of many symptoms and addresses them without traditional medication. 

As the specialist in women’s health and wellness and women’s nutrition, Dr. Donna Sergi is the expert on:

• Correcting hormonal imbalances
• Improving digestive health
• Relieving hot flashes
• Healing thyroid dysfunction
• And more

Having dedicated over 25 years to the pursuit of health and wellness, Dr. Sergi is the driving force behind HealthierU. Her decades of experience help you skip over-the-counter and prescription medications and surgery and find natural healing through holistic nutrition. 



Request a nutrition consultation today to begin your path to healing.