Thyroid Dietitian & Nutritionist in Noida

Thyroid problems and your weight

The thyroid gland controls how fast the body uses energy. In hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid) metabolism slows down, so people often gain weight, feel tired and cold, and have constipation, dry skin or hair fall. The most common cause is Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition. In hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid) the opposite happens, and weight loss and muscle loss are common.

Thyroid problems often come together with PCOD, high cholesterol and insulin resistance, so a good diet plan looks at the whole picture and not only the TSH report. Diagnosis and medicine are decided by your doctor. A diet plan works alongside that treatment.

How diet helps in thyroid

• Steady weight loss: a calorie-balanced plan with enough protein at every meal, so you lose fat without losing energy or muscle.
• Right foods for the thyroid: iodised salt in normal amounts, and whole foods that give selenium and zinc, such as dals, nuts, seeds, eggs and curd. Extra iodine or supplements are taken only if your doctor advises them.
• Medicine and meal timing: the thyroid tablet is usually taken on an empty stomach as your doctor advises, and the plan keeps a gap before tea, coffee, and calcium or iron supplements so the medicine works well.
• Fibre and fluids: vegetables, fruits, whole grains and water to help with constipation and fullness.
• Cholesterol and sugar control: fewer refined foods and fried snacks, because thyroid problems often raise cholesterol.

When to see a dietitian for thyroid

• You have been diagnosed with hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's and your weight keeps increasing.
• Your TSH is under control with medicine, but you still feel tired and cannot lose weight.
• You also have PCOD, high cholesterol, prediabetes or fatty liver.
• You are planning a pregnancy or are pregnant and have a thyroid condition.
• You are confused by advice to stop cabbage, soya, gluten or milk.

Bring your recent thyroid profile, other reports and prescriptions to the consultation, or share them on WhatsApp for an online consultation.

What your thyroid diet program includes

How the diet planning process works

1. Evaluate your health status: Your weight, height, age, medical history and current reports are reviewed first.
2. Dietary habit analysis and counselling: We discuss your daily routine, food preferences, working hours and eating pattern.
3. Customized meal plan: You get a plan built around home-made food that fits your routine and your family kitchen.
4. Guidance on portion control: You learn how much to eat, not only what to eat, so the habit stays after the program.
5. Fortnightly follow up and review: Your progress is reviewed regularly and the plan is adjusted to keep you moving.
6. Ongoing support: You can reach out with questions, and you are guided on how to maintain the result.