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Dietary Advice for Goiter The iodine from foods are converted into T3 (thyroxine) and T4 (triiodothyronine) hormones.The pituitary gland secretes thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), which helps in triggering the synthesis of T3 and T4. The TSH levels are low in individuals with depression and those on corticosteroids.
A low TSH is not indicative of hyperthyroidism. It is also reduced in those with central hypothyroidism. This is a condition, wherein the hypothalamus fails to react with the reduced thyroid hormones.
Presence of TSH receptors and pregnancy result in low TSH. TSH is reduced in individuals with grave's disease. Increase in T4 levels indicates hyperthyroidism or medication for thyroid replacement. Change in thyroxine levels is due to certain medications, estrogen hormone; thyroxine bound protein and presence of any other sickness. The normal levels of serum thyroxine or T4 range from 4.6 to 12 microgram/dl. Serum triiodothyronie or T3 levels fall between 80 and 180 ng/dl. But, your values show 2.95. You have failed to mention the units. Thyroid stimulating hormone or TSH is 9 to 30ulU/ml between 20 to 30 minutes.
Refined flour, fleshy foods, condiments, tea, , alcohol and coffee are not recommended. Foods containing iodine, such as garlic, oats, cabbage, carrots, asparagus, strawberries, watercress, whole rice, garlic and tomatoes are helpful. Whole wheat products, potatoes, fresh fruits and vegetables prove beneficial. A paste of watercress applied as a poultice is effective for goitre. As fleshy foods are abstained from, protein is derived from beans, peas, nuts, cheese and lentils.
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