How can I prevent Thyroid Disease?
If you are at risk of developing thyroid disease in your lifetime, it’s important that you foster healthy habits in your life. In most cases, thyroid disease is a genetic condition, meaning that it’s passed down in the family.
Although preventing it is impossible in that case, healthy habits and lifestyle can manage the condition and ensure that the symptoms don’t dominate the patient’s quality of life.
Some of the most effective preventive measures include:
- Avoid processed food
- Avoid soy-rich foods
- Avoid goitrogens like cabbage, cauliflower, etc.
- Quit smoking and excessive drinking
- Find healthy coping mechanisms for your stress
- Discuss selenium supplements with your doctor
- Keep iodine consumption in check
- Consult your primary healthcare provider for regular check-ups
