Certified health coach Courtney Baron recommends seaweed for a healthy thyroid diet because it is dense with iodine, which is highly important for making the thyroid hormone. But the Thumbtack Health and Wellness coach cautions against overconsuming it. “Too much iodine is a no-no for a healthy thyroid.” Her suggestion is to snack on nori sheets throughout the day.
Another way to get your iodine kick is by sprinkling salt into your next stir-fry or steamed veggies. “While sometimes salt gets a bad rap, it can be very helpful in maintaining a healthy thyroid,” explains Baron. “Iodized salt, containing iodine, keeps that thyroid hormone flowing.”
Kaitlyn Noble, Thumbtack personal trainer and wellness coach, also suggests fish and sea vegetables, like kelp, which are rich in iodine. For a double dose, she recommends a sushi restaurant. Done and done.