Best Snacks to Maintain Thyroid Health

Are you tired of resisting your thyroid issue, which may be contributing to hair loss, weight gain and infertility? So, now there is no need to worry. Dr. Dixa Bhavsar Savaliya, a well-known Ayurvedic expert, shares her top ten healthy snacks for those who are suffering from thyroid diseases . These snacking options are super healthy not only for your thyroid but also improve your iron, reduce hair-fall, maintain weight, balance hormones, improve fertility and keep cravings at bay.

Here are some healthy snacks for those suffering from thyroid and other common health issues: 

1. Roasted Chickpeas: They are easy to digest, improve iron, keep you full as they are protein-rich and provide immense energy.

2. Boiled Moong: Serves best as vegan protein, reduces inflammation, high in iodine and fiber-rich snacks.

3.  Brazil Nuts:1 tsp each of sunflower seeds & pumpkin seeds are rich in zinc, selenium and magnesium, which help you keep your thyroid optimal, improve your hair, skin, sleep and regulate your periods.

4. Pomegranates: pomegranates are great for fertility, heart health and gut health. Snacking on them at-least three times a week can help you improve your Hb, hair, gut and even give a glow to your face.

5. Coconut Jaggery: It is a wonderful combination of iron, healthy fat and good cholesterol. It keeps you satiated, prevents unhealthy food cravings and improves your energy levels.

6. Dates: Dates are rich in iodine, which is important for the production of the two thyroid hormones, T3 and T4. It also provides energy, improves iron and gut health as it is high in fiber & antioxidants.

7. Coconut Water: It is a great electrolyte that keeps you energetic and satiated.

8. Fermented Amla: Amla are great to snack on during the Amla season. Being high in antioxidants & Vitamin C, they're great for energy, hairfall and skin glow.

9. Makhana (fox nuts): Makhana are rich in protein. They help improve digestion & keep constipation at bay. They are great anti-ageing foods because they have an abundance of antioxidants. A handful of makhanas every day will also give you youthful skin.

10. Pistachios: Pistachios are a great source of melatonin. It improves your sleep and relaxation.

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By adding these healthy foods in their daily lives, an individual can easily control their internal body issues and also maintain a good and healthy lifestyle. Not even a thyroid patient, a normal individual can consume these snacks for a healthy and balanced life.

Also Read: Consider Switching from Oatmeal: Insights from Ayurvedic Health Coach Dr. Dimple