Tyrosine: The thyroid gland combines tyrosine and iodine to make thyroid hormone, so this is an essential amino acid for thyroid hormone production. Get it with: Turkey, egg whites and spirulina. Selenium: Necessary for the normal function the thyroid.
A low-carb diet limits carbohydrates â such as those found in grains, starchy vegetables and fruit â and emphasizes foods high in protein and fat. Many types of low-carb diets exist. Each diet has varying restrictions on the types and amounts of carbohydrates you can eat.
Healthy Carbs. It's important to include a few healthy carbs in your low-carb, low-sugar diet plan to up your intake of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. That means whole grains, starchy vegetables such as sweet potatoes and winter squash, fruit, milk and yogurt.