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Sorry folks another question newbie here

Foods to avoid does broccoli and cauliflower come under this catorgary. Just looked it up on internet and some are saying OK to have.

Thanks

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Hi I eat these but in moderation and do not forget when cooked are OK in small amounts.

I hope this helps.

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Ummm... Do you know why they should be cooked? I think there's a bit of confusion here.

Broccoli - but not cauliflower - are what are called goitrogens. They block the uptake of iodine by the thyroid gland, so that the gland makes less hormone. This is a problem for undiagnosed/under-treated hypos. Not hyper people. In fact, it might be good for those with hyper.

Cooking them is supposed to remove the goitrogenic properties - but it doesn't always!

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Gosh so much to learn

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Joyia

I eat broccoli and cauliflower as long as they are cooked. Personally I think you need to weigh up the nutritional benefits. I probably have them twice a week which I find ok.

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Joyia, see my reply to Bunnyjean above. :)

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I was thinking the same as you about nutritional value,will make sure I don't over eat these, no problem with uncooked don't do that anyway.

Thanks

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greygoose

Nagged, why do you think there are foods you shouldn't eat with Graves?

endocrineweb.com/conditions...

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Grey goose was looking on internet about diet for graves, there was conflicting information. Thanks for information.

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You're welcome. :)

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