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.

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How to Diet With Synthroid

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Sharin Griffin

Synthroid, also known as Levothyroxine, is a synthetic hormone used to treat hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism occurs when your thyroid fails to produce enough thyroid-stimulating hormone, or TSH. This can cause weight gain and susceptibility to illness as your immune system becomes suppressed.

Sharin Griffin has been a freelance writer since 2009, specializing in health-related articles. She has worked in the health-care industry as a certified nursing assistant and medical technician. Griffin's medical expertise encompasses bariatrics and geriatric care, with an emphasis on general medicine. She is completing an associate degree in health-care administration from Axia University.