I recently read an article about hypothyroidism in menopausal women who are struggling with weight gain, fatigue, poor concentration, hair loss, even depression — and they want answers about how to feel better. http://www.womentowomen.com/hypothyroidism/thyroidandmenopause.aspx

Nutrient-rich foods to replenish thyroid health

o   Iodine (I): seaweed (e.g., nori), clams, shrimp, haddock, oysters, salmon, sardines, pineapple, eggs.

o   Selenium (Se): smoked herring, smelt, wheat germ, Brazil nuts (just one nut provides ~139 mcg), apple cider vinegar, scallops, barley, lobster.

o   Zinc (Zn): fresh oysters, ginger root, pecans, dry split peas, Brazil nuts, egg yolk, whole wheat, rye, oats, and peanuts.

o   Vitamin E: wheat germ oil, olive oil, sunflower seeds, almonds, peanuts.

o   Vitamin A: dark green leafy veggies, liver, winter squash, cantaloupe, stone fruits, papaya, and cod liver oil.

o   B vitamin complex: brewer’s yeast, wild rice, brown rice, whole wheat, beans, peanuts.

o   Vitamin C: Red chili, guava, parsley, dark green leafy veggies, strawberries, papaya, citrus fruits.*

Please if you think that your thyroid might be your problem consult your health care professional and have it checked.

Tea for thyroid health might include” basil, oregano, rosemary and spearmint. All of these contain rosmarinic Acid, a compound that may raise levels of thyroid hormone when they’re low. It has already been shown to reduce hormone levels when they are high.”  The Green Pharmacy and Anti-aging Prescriptions by James A Duke, Ph.D.

Spearmint Tea is a good source of Vitamins A and C, and a minor Source of B complex, calcium, sulphur, iron, iodine, magnesium and potassium.  So Drink tea for the health of it.