Just been diagnosed with hasimotos thyroiditis autoimmune disease

[Cassie101]

Hi i have just been diagnosed with hasimotos i need to start a diet but gluten free was making me sick so what is the best diet i heard juice plus is good for hasimotos is that true??

[Clutter]

Cassie101,

How can NOT eating foods with gluten in them make you sick?

[Cassie101 in reply to Clutter]

Thank you for your reply...i dont no but i was feeling very ill not every1 is that same my doc said it didnt agree with my body....

[Scazzoh]

Avoiding gluten is unlikely to be the cause of your nausea, but having an underactive thyroid can cause all sorts of unpleasant gut problems. Gluten molecules are similar in structure to thyroid antibodies, so consuming gluten can promote an autoimmune attack on your thyroid, causing symptoms such as anxiety, palpitations and the runs. I follow the paleo autoimmune protocol (AIP), which is a lifestyle programme aimed at healing. For more information these are good websites: Paleo Mom, Autoimmune Wellness and Phoenix Helix. I haven't heard of the Juice Plus diet.

[Cassie101 in reply to Scazzoh]

Thnks for replying And how do u feel on that diet and have hour antibodies reduced ?

[Scazzoh in reply to Cassie101]

Fewer symptoms, happier. My antibodies have come down a bit.

[Cassie101 in reply to Scazzoh]

Thats really good news i feel so ill im on 28 with 3.... jst want to feel me agian

[Mary-intussuception]

Hi Cassie, haven't read all your posts, but thought you were diagnosed with Hashimoto's Autoimmune Thyroiditis 7 months ago?

I think a healthy, varied, well balanced diet is best with adequate water, fresh fruit and root veg. Avoiding caffeine and not having lots of processed foods. Whatever you decide about whether or not to go Gluten free, amongst foods to limit or avoid I would include white bread.

[Cassie101 in reply to Mary-intussuception]

Thank you i have had a underactive thyroid for nearly 3 years only got the diagnosis for hasimotos last week even thou they knew it was that im so ill my antibodies jst keep increasing i need help to reduce them x

[Mary-intussuception in reply to Cassie101]

How do you know your Antibodies keep increasing? Aren't they usually tested just once?

[Cassie101 in reply to Mary-intussuception]

No i have 2 have mine tested every 2 months thats a full blood thyroid panel and iron vit d and antibodies because my goiltre is getting bigger and im getting more nodles the endo said take 25mg levo everyother day coz my tsh is optimal and i have really bed side effects to the levo so thats y she said take every other day to calm the side effects down x

[Cassie101 in reply to Cassie101]

My abtibodies was 414 now there 449 they keep creaping up x

[Silver_Fairy]

Maybe it was a Herxheimer reaction to going gluten free. If so, even more reason to stop eating gluten as the reaction shows intolerance. It can take up to 6 months to feel better.

Or you exchanged gluten containing food for that rubbish they sell as 'gluten free' with extra sugar and chemicals to make it palatable.

[Cassie101 in reply to Silver_Fairy]

I jst got everything that was gluten free and it made me worse i feel like death rite now ☹

[Silver_Fairy in reply to Cassie101]

How long were you off the gluten before you got symptoms and what were they?

[Cassie101 in reply to Silver_Fairy]

I was on it for nearly a month bt made me feel shakey sick and iv always had the thyroid symptoms cold no energy tired neck swollen feel run down all the tym anxiety depression hair fulling out... foggy brain pressure going up to my ears from my neck alot bt when going gluen free i developed them 2 being off it jst elimanated the shakey and sick feeling now i still have all the rest....x

[Nanaedake in reply to Cassie101]

To go gluten free I've found it's best just to eat vegetables, fruit, meat and, if you tolerate it, dairy. I've found gluten free manufactured foods very often has lots of unhealthy fats, sugars and soy which are not great. I no longer eat any kind of bread but cook a lot of vegetables and eat a little sweet potato instead of white potatoes. I use a lot of olive oil on salads and in other foods and cook with avocado oil which can be used for high heat cooking such as in stir fry's. Someone will probably disagree with this so it's not advice...I'm just saying it's what I've done to help my gut function. It has taken a good few months to benefit. I've found more energy and can now exercise better.

[Cassie101 in reply to Nanaedake]

Thank you for your reply Wht kind of meats do you eat ? And my problem is chocolate can youbnot eat it with hasimotos? Im so new to all this bt im so weak and jst want to feel better.

[spongecat in reply to Cassie101]

I eat chocolate but it has to be dark 85% cacao. Some people find it very strong and "dry" but you get used to it and it hits the spot nicely. Two squares is more than enough for me and you are talking to someone who could polish off a giant bar of Galaxy or Dairy Milk in one sitting at one time!

Looking back I hate to think what chaos that was causing to me.

Dark, high cacao actually has some health benefits too....... iron, magnesium, copper, manganese, potassium, phosphorus, zinc and selenium and has antioxidant properties...........a lot of calories too so don't go too crazy.

[Nanaedake in reply to Cassie101]

I treat myself to a little dark chocolate like spongecat suggests. I find it's not so sweet so I don't crave it and it's strong so I don't want too much. I still feel I've had a treat. I grate a little onto yoghurt sometimes to make it feel more like a desert.

[Nanaedake in reply to Cassie101]

I eat most meats and fish. Beef, chicken, lamb, pork and any fish that is reasonably priced. Tonight I had pork with courgettes in a tomato and onion sauce, olives, red pepper and olive oil. Then I steamed carrots, broccoli and swede and ate it all together. Tomorrow I'll take some for lunch and my partner eats it with rice.

[Cassie101 in reply to Nanaedake]

So you have to steam all veg then?

[Mary-intussuception in reply to Cassie101]

I don't. Jacket potatoes and boiled or baked veg.

[Cassie101 in reply to Mary-intussuception]

I thought u cant eat potatoes only sweet potatoes ?

[Nanaedake in reply to Cassie101]

You can eat white potatoes if gluten free but I eat sweet potato instead as they are rich in nutrients. whfoods.com/genpage.php?tna...

[Nanaedake in reply to Cassie101]

I boil, steam, roast or eat raw veg. I use all methods but steaming is easy when I'm busy and it keeps more nutrients in your food.

[Cariad-y-Mor in reply to Nanaedake]

That recipe sounds yummy Nanaedake .....can you come and live in my kitchen please. 😊💜

[Cassie101 in reply to Cariad-y-Mor]

Yh and me lol 😁

[Mary-intussuception in reply to Cassie101]

Sadly Cassie, a lot of the "chocolate" today actually isn't good quality chocolate. If you look through the ingredients lists on the famous brands names, you'll see palm oil which isn't the most healthy of fats to be eating. Might be best to restrict chocolate to an occasional treat of a small bar of the real thing. It's not easy finding time to read all the labels when you feel so unwell and have a young family. Are you able to sleep well? Do you like fresh fruit for example apples and Bananas?

[Cassie101 in reply to Mary-intussuception]

Yh i love fruit so eat it just dont understand y my symptoms are so bad and always have belly aches xx

[Cassie101]

Lol jst like me then ..... everytime i look at it i want it its so hard when u have a AUTOIMMUNE disease aint it.... thank you for your advice really appreciate it

[Mollymalone79]

Hi Cassie, just as an example, today I’ve had porridge and fruit for breakfast, chicken salad for lunch and we’re having steak, green beans. Spinach and carrots for tea. Probably, cheese & oatcakes after and chocolate mousse. All home made. The website ‘Goodful’ has loads of good recipe ideas for replacing bread and pasta. You don’t need to buy ‘Gluten free’ alternatives.

[Cassie101 in reply to Mollymalone79]

Hi ya molly thank you so much for replying its so hard when you dont have no1 2 talkto about it cause im the only 1 in my family with it.... if you dont mind me asking how old are you x

[Cooper27]

I sort of found this too - I went gluten free when my OH was diagnosed with coeliac disease, and initially developed IBS symptoms. It started about 2 days after going GF.

I think the issue is that GF foods have a higher sugar and fat content (which upsets the gut), and a lower fibre content. Eating a better selection of vegetables has improved my symptoms.

Gluten is a food group that we do suffer withdrawal symptoms from. It could be worth first reducing the amount in your diet, then trying again?

[Mollymalone79]

I’m 43 Cassie

[Cassie101 in reply to Mollymalone79]

Thank you for helping with wht foods to eat im so confused coz 1 min i get told u can eat this and the next i get told i cant.... how long have u had hasimotos for? And is there anything i cant eat? X

[Nanaedake in reply to Cassie101]

You can read up on gluten free below:

Gluten free list and advice from celiac.org

celiac.org/live-gluten-free...

Gluten free list although it says to avoid soy but I think that a little fermented soy is ok, just avoid soy products, soy flour and soy beans that are not fermented.

drperlmutter.com/eat/list-o...

[Mary-intussuception in reply to Cassie101]

Hi Cassie.

I think it's good practice to eat things you like but with limiting certain foods while eating healthy foods daily. You already eat plenty of fresh fruit, so are doing very well with your present diet.

Sometimes we can get too stressed if we worry about what to eat and not eat all the time and the stress itself can upset the stomach and bowel function.

If you look on the Thyroid UK website and search through, there is information on foods to avoid or limit. For example it's best to avoid Caffeine so the extreme healthy thing to do - is to only drink water. I drink Decaf tea and usually one decaf coffee each day. I know I don't always drink as much water as I should. I also sometimes have a coffee to help me through the morning.

Foods to avoid or limit, generally might include - pastries, shop bought cakes and bakes, lots of cheese, white bread, lots of processed foods and ready meals, marshmallows, fizzy drinks, caffeine, lots of cauliflower, sprouts and cabbage.