What can patients with hyperthyroidism eat? ——Analysis of hot health topics in 10 days
Recently, thyroid health issues have once again become the focus of heated discussions across the Internet, especially the dietary management needs of patients with hyperthyroidism. This article combines hot search data from the past 10 days to compile scientific dietary guidelines for patients with hyperthyroidism to help stabilize thyroid function.
1. Core principles of diet for patients with hyperthyroidism

1. High calorie and high protein to supplement metabolic consumption
2. Limit iodine intake (<150μg per day)
3. Increase calcium/vitamin D to prevent osteoporosis
4. Avoid spicy foods
| food category | Recommended food | taboo foods | daily recommended amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staple food | Oats, brown rice, whole wheat bread | Kelp and seaweed products | 300-400g |
| protein | Chicken breast, freshwater fish, soy products | Marine fish, shellfish, cured meat | 1.5g/kg body weight |
| Fruits and vegetables | Broccoli, spinach, blueberries | Chili pepper, longan, lychee | 500g or more |
| dairy products | Low-fat milk, sugar-free yogurt | Cream, ice cream | 300ml |
2. Nutritional analysis of hot-searched food ingredients (TOP5 most discussed in the past 10 days)
| Hot search ingredients | Benefits for patients with hyperthyroidism | Things to note | cooking suggestions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quinoa | Gluten-free, high protein and low GI | Need to be fully soaked to remove saponin | Replace staple food 50g/meal |
| kale | Contains glucosinolates to protect thyroid gland | Patients with hypothyroidism should eat with caution | Blanch and serve cold |
| brazil nuts | Selenium supports thyroid hormone metabolism | ≤3 pills per day | Eat directly |
3. Nutritionists recommend three meal plans
breakfast:Oatmeal (50g oats) + 1 boiled egg + cold cucumber
Lunch:Brown rice (raw weight 80g) + steamed sea bass (150g) + garlic broccoli
dinner:1 multigrain steamed bun + tofu and vegetable soup (100g northern tofu)
4. Recent hot questions and answers (data source: Zhihu/Douyin hot list)
Q: Can I drink coffee if I have hyperthyroidism?
A: Limit to 200ml per day and avoid drinking on an empty stomach.
Q: Are cruciferous vegetables really harmful?
A: It will not affect if eaten in moderation after cooking. Raw food should be ≤100g per day.
5. Things to note
1. All dietary adjustments must be in accordance with medical advice
2. Review thyroid function every 3 months
3. If heart palpitations worsen, seek medical attention immediately
4. Use non-iodized salt for cooking (when blood iodine is >250μg/L)
Note: The data in this article is based on the National Health Commission’s guidelines and the Weibo health topic list in the past 10 days (#thyroiddiet# has been read 230 million times). Please consult a professional physician for specific individualized plans.
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