[msgraves]

#1060414

I’m wondering what people’s experiences have been with soy milk. I’ve been looking for a milk substitute and soy seems to be the closest, most popular choice. Unfortunately, I’ve read some online articles that say soy may interfere with thyroid function and thyroid medication. Does anyone have any thoughts? Have you chosen to cut soy from your diet or do you consume it in moderation? Is there another milk substitute you prefer?

Best,

Ms. Graves

[shakira7]

#1182485

Hi Ms. Graves,

Really?
I’m a lactose-intolerant, so I cannot drink regular milk. I’ve been drinking soy milk and so far, I haven’t had any problems. I’m on ATD (5mg/every 6 days), and my thyroid level has been in the normal range since last September.

However, I’ve cut down any food with high sodium and I’ve been avoiding processed food and seaweed.

My diet heavily relies on whole food, and I can feel the difference. I feel good, and I enjoy the food I make.

Be well.

Shakira.

[gatorgirly]

#1182486

Depends which medication you’re referring to. My endocrinologist instructed me to avoid any soy-based products (along with calcium supplements/Tums) for four hours after taking Synthroid. However, I was told there is no thyroid-related reason to avoid soy after those four hours are up.

When I was looking to cut dairy from my diet, I switched to to almond milk. After almost a year, I switched back to organic cow’s milk. I avoid soy as much as I can due to the link between soy and breast cancer, but not because of any thyroid issues. I don’t have a thyroid anymore thanks to RAI.

By the way, if you are avoiding processed food, you don’t consume soy milk or tofu. Those are heavily processed products.

[Kimberly]

#1182487

gatorgirly wrote:

My endocrinologist instructed me to avoid any soy-based products (along with calcium supplements/Tums) for four hours after taking Synthroid.

Yes, this is correct – soy can affect the absorption of thyroid hormone replacement, so that is why the delay is recommended. To my knowledge, there are no restrictions on soy for patients taking ATDs.

[maryo777]

#1182488

I switched to either almond milk, coconut milk, or the almond/coconut blend.

[Kimberly]

#1182489

Just a quick note for those who are hypERthyroid – keep an eye out for carageenan as an ingredient. It’s made from seaweed and has loads of iodine, which can cause hyper symptoms to flare.

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