The Ultimate Hashimotos Thrival Guide

First off I will introduce myself real quick in case you are new here!

I’m Marissa, an Acne & Certified Autoimmune coach who helps women up-level their health and confidence so they can not just survive, but THRIVE!

You can find TONS of helpful health information in my blog, and I especially have ALOT of information on acne because I struggled with cystic acne for years!!

Now let’s get into the good stuff!!

First things first I will talk about which foods are best and which ones can be harmful! Then I’ll go over some helpful supplements and lifestyle practices! Ultimately, though, taking a personalized approach is absolutely key!

(Quick fact about me: One of the reasons I’m extremely passionate about helping women with Hashimotos is because my mom has both Hashimotos and Rheumatoid Arthritis!)

Foods To Focus On:

• Wild-caught fish, flax seeds, & walnuts (contain omega-3’s to help reduce inflammation)
• Sea vegetables (contain iodine which is important for proper thyroid function)
• Organic vegetables
• Healthy fats such as coconut & coconut oil, avocado & avocado oil, and olives & olive oil (beneficial for both hormone and digestive health)
• Proteins such as organic poultry and organic grass-fed meat

Foods To Avoid:

• Gluten (is inflammatory AND contains a protein called gliadin which is very molecularly similar to the thyroid gland, so if it enters the bloodstream through the digestive tract due to a leaky gut, the immune system may attack the thyroid since it is already primed to)
• Dairy (is inflammatory and irritating to the lining of the gut)
• Soy (blocks the thyroid from absorbing iodine)
• Nightshades (may trigger autoimmune flare ups)
• Raw cruciferous veggies (may decrease thryoid function and block iodine absorption; opt for cooked instead)

Supplements That May Be Helpful:

*Always check with your healthcare provider before taking any new supplements!

• Selenium (helps with the production of free T3)
• Omega-3’s – A high-quality fish oil (helps reduce inflammation)
• L-tyrosine (may be lacking in people with thyroid problems)
• Probiotics (helps balance gut flora)
• Vitamin D3 (beneficial for the immune system)
• Ashwagandha (helps reduce stress and improve thyroid function)

Helpful & Important Lifestyle Practices

• Stress reduction techniques
• Minimizing exposure to environmental toxins
• Strengthening relationships and connection to others & self
• Daily physical activity

And there you have it! The ultimate Hashimotos Thrival Guide!

Let me know if you have any questions! I hope this was helpful!! <3