[Bobbi]

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When Nancy talks about a good Graves’ diet, what she means is simply a reasonable, good BALANCED diet. Eating vegetables and fruits and meats and carbs in proper proportions. Our bodies have taken a beating. We need good, nutritious food because our body has taken a beating. Fruits and veggies provide good, dense nutrition (i.e. a lot of nutrition, without a lot of calories). Also, do not skip meals — your metabolism is messed up enough without skipping meals. Watch your portions. If you look at the Jenny Craig type diets, or the Weight Watcher diets, you are allowed to eat all types of good foods, but the portions may be smaller than you are used to eating. And snacks are allowed: but again the portions are controlled (and there are few, if any "empty" calorie foods).

The prohibition of sushi and fish probably no longer applies, since you have had RAI — but check with your doctor first. There may be some other reason (than scan issues) for that advice, and you need to be sure you know what it is.

[Mickey65]

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What is a good diet to be on with Grave’s disease? A typical breakfast, lunch and dinner?

If I have to change my eating habits because of my disease, I’m just curious as to what foods are taboo now, and which ones are good?

So far, the endo told me to avoid sushi and fish – but I don’t know if that was just for the scan/uptake.

I know I’ll have to change my diet to get weight off once I start going Hypo!

[cathycnm]

#1074992

Mickey – I agree with Bobbi 100%.

In my case, the hypoT triggered high cholesterol so I am really being careful about that, too. Also – I have to watch calcium for osteoporosis. However – a good balanced diet really fits for all of it.

The holidays are hard on nutrition and exercise! I guess we all just need to choose wisely. Cathy ” title=”Wink” />

[Mickey65]

#1074993

Well with Prime Rib for Xmas Eve and Lamb for Xmas Day on the menu at the family’s houses – I’ll be a bad girl!

I was on WW a long time ago and lost a bit a weight with that. I’m a big eater and like to tuck it in! I’ll figure out something. My cholesterol levels are pretty low – surprisingly. I’ve done about all the diets – WW, Vegetarian, Atkins, you name it.

[cathycnm]

#1074994

Mickey – My mom was a dietitian and so I grew up with the rule about food pyramids. I think, although the pyramid has changed some, it is still the best advise.

Any of the diets that eliminate carbs really ignor the way our digestive tracks developed. We, as humans, have spent most of our earthly existance as hunter-gathers – where we ate mostly carbs. Occasionally we had a high fat-high protein feast when the guys brought home a deer, bear or lion for din-din. So while Atkins works – it can be dangerous for some types of illness. It really spells trouble for some diabetics.

I think in America we say carbs and think simple carbs like candy or white bread. But the whole grains are excellent nutrient sources – and guess what hunger-gathers ate as a staple???? That is what our gut was made to process and our cells were made to thrive on. I think it is easy to forget that our diet needs to fit the way our body was designed. Cathy ” title=”Wink” />

[mlomba2]

#1074995

Hi Mickey~

I did some research on a good diet or way of eating for those with Graves’ and I found that eating a low glycemic diet is helpful. It mostly is just "good" eating, but there are some great resources out there. I have been trying to follow the rules for the last 2 months and I really like it. I did allow myself some potatoes for the holidays, but for the most part, I make sure I get veggies, fruit, and even some small servings of pasta. In two months I have gone down 10 pounds, just by watching my portions and watching what I am eating. I haven’t been exercising, due to being careful of heart palpitations, so it is hard to know if I am losing weight or muscle. But I think the most important thing is that I have not put on any weight in four months of treatment.

Here is a link that will give you an idea of how the "diet" works :
http://www.the-gi-diet.org/lowgifoods/

Best wishes for a happy and healthy new year!
michelle

[TaraPetit]

#1074996

I’ve read in my research that we should avoid using artificial sweeteners, antihistamines, caffeine, nuts and uncooked garlic, broccoli, spinach, caulifleur

TP

[Ski]

#1074997

Just a quick comment on the last post here ~ I am not sure where those restrictions came from, but I believe they typically are intended for people whose thyroid is functioning, not for those of us who no longer have a thyroid. In addition, I have seen no medical studies proving that those substances cause us trouble ~ typically it’s opinion. I have caffeine every day and feel fine, and I love nuts, garlic, broccoli, cauliflower and spinach and when I have them, no problems with my levels.

Antihistamines can cause problems for any of us, but mostly for those who still have a thyroid. Even though I am on replacement hormone, though, I do notice a difference when I take them, so I avoid them.

[caira111]

#1074998

Hi, there is no doubt that a well balanced Grave’s diet is good? But I was wondering is it really possible to stay away from all these delicious burger & pizza’s. I have noticed in many of my friends that they only stick with a diet for 2-3 months and after that they loose their interest in it & start eating all those unhealthy foods again.

[Pinky]

#1074999

I’ve just signed up today, so I ‘m sorry if I’m not doing this right. But I have read that while taking "Thyroxyn" you should avoid soy products and broccoli and some other types of foods that i cannot remember, due to them inhibitting or blocking the absorption of the medications into the blood stream. Is there any fact to this?

[grekson]

#1075000

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[Soulshine]

#1075001

I had the RAI 4 years ago and have gained almost 50 lbs. I have finally had my TSH stabilized and so went to see a nutrionist for help. The old fashioned balanced diet, food pyramid is what has been recomended, in addition to exercise. Walking, Swimming and elliptical are preferred as I also have back and knee issues.
Whole grains, fruits, vegetables, more poultry than red meat. Fish (easy on the shellfish for cholesteral reasons) and good doses of calcium through drinking milk is important.
I can have that pizza and burger, but it needs to be balanced with a salad, not frenchfries. Think color when you eat veggies and fruit. The more colors, the more variety of viatamins you’re getting.
You can have that steak, just not every day.
Tuna with lite mayo, on a good grain bread with lots of lettuce and tomato. Think balance.
When I asked what to do about my Big Mac cravings, I was told that’s ok, if it’s one every few months ” title=”Smile” />
I eve keep a bag of hershey kissesin the fridge. I can treat myself to a few without feeling like I killed my whol day.
Dont think diet, think good eating.
Good luck! Im just gtting started, but Im finding it’s easier than I thought. See if you can get a clue on your Body mass Index, and get a calorie count to guide you. I was hocked that I shouldn go beneath 1600/day, and 1800 is more ideal. That is much higher than I expected and easy to stick to..

[judy]

#1075002

Does anyone know of foods that we should stay away from??
I was told I could eat anything no restrictions..
Thanks

[Soulshine]

#1075003

I ws told the same thing by many doctors, and the nutrionist.
Eat anything, just eat well, and same for us as "normal" people, too many big macs arent good for you ” title=”Smile” />
Balance healthy foods, with "treats"

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