What do I need to know about immunity when I have Hashimoto’s?
With Hashimoto’s disease, my immune system is very weak and I often get infections. What should I eat to make it stronger?
Hashimoto’s disease is associated with the low immunity of the organism, therefore a proper diet should be developed, adjusted to the needs of the patient’s organism. It should contain wholesome protein, i.e. animal products – lean meat and cold cuts, eggs, fish and dairy products that protect against viruses and bacteria.
An important component of the diet are unsaturated fatty acids, especially omega-3 fatty acids, which inhibit inflammatory processes and support the immune system. They are located, among others in rapeseed and linseed oil, sea fish, seeds, nuts. A proper diet should also contain selenium and zinc. Selenium deficiency reduces the body’s resistance. Its sources are, among others cereal products, garlic, corn, dry legume seeds. In turn, zinc, which affects the rate of metabolic changes, is found in meat, seeds, seafood and peanuts.
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To strengthen immunity, you should include in your diet in the right amount such products as carrots, spinach, peaches, liver, butter, peppers, broccoli, strawberries, currants, sunflower seeds, almonds, pumpkin seeds, whole grains, meat and fatty fish. . They contain antioxidants, i.e. vitamins A, B and C, which fight free radicals. It is worth supporting a balanced diet with supplementation. At Medonet Market you can now buy natural dietary supplements for immunity.
To find out if your immune system is working properly, it’s a good idea to do a pack of 6 blood tests to check your immunity. Such tests should be performed regularly, at least once a year, especially by people struggling with recurring infections.
Advice was provided by:
Marta Kryst, a nutrition specialist from the SetPoint Dietary Clinic in Warsaw.
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