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Foods to be avoided by Hypothyroid Patients. Millet. Patients with hypothyroidism should avoid millet, which may be contained in cruciferous vegetables. Millet interferes with your body's iodine uptake, which is already damaged due to your thyroid condition.
Cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts, may interfere with thyroid function, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. If you have thyroid dysfunction, consume other antioxidant-rich vegetables, such as seaweed, tomatoes, squash and bell peppers. As high-fiber, relatively low-calorie foods, vegetables may also help you manage your weight, a common concern associated with hypothyroidism.