Thyroid Disorders: Diet, Weight Loss & Natural Remedies

Managing an underactive thyroid involves avoiding foods like raw cabbage that interfere with function. From Synthroid dosing to natural alternatives and the role of kelp and exercise, learn how to stabilize fluctuating thyroid levels.

Green Tea & Thyroid Medicine

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Jill Corleone, RDN, LD

Doctors prescribe thyroid medication, usually levothyroxine (Synthroid, Levoxyl, Unithroid), to boost your thyroid hormone levels when they are too low. There are no recommended dietary restrictions for people taking thyroid medication.