Not long ago, JJ Smith, a leader in natural health, debuted pumpkin and spice smoothies. Dr. Oz Show.. Dr. Oz took a sip and praised it, “It’s like eating a pumpkin pie!” In addition to being delicious, the TV moderator also noted that autumn-flavored drinks contain several ingredients that “speed up the thyroid gland and counter weight gain.”
“Even if you’re not a fan of pumpkin spices, there are seasonal ingredients that have great effects on your thyroid gland and lower back,” Smith added.
The thyroid gland is a small gland hidden under the Adam’s apple that has a major impact on the overall health of the body. The functioning thyroid gland regulates important functions such as breathing and fat burning. “Eating for a healthy thyroid is wise for everyone,” says Smith. “And smoothies make it easy. Put the best ingredients in a blender and you’ll be ready to eat in seconds.”
What Ingredients Should I Add to Smoothies for Thyroid Health?
Smith’s 10-day green smoothie cleanse Designed for efficient and healthy fat loss. In this plan, one meal should be replaced with a vitamin-rich smoothie daily. The following smoothie ingredients are some of the most important.
Pumpkin rich in pectin
Like many fruits, pumpkin is rich in vitamin C, a thyroid booster that promotes efficient fat burning. Also important is that “pumpkins are full of fiber,” says Dr. Oz. Pectin is a gel-like soluble fiber that “grabs” and excretes up to 75% of the toxins that slow down the thyroid gland.
Bonus: Pectin slows down hunger more than many diet pills and, according to some studies, releases compounds that quickly dissolve tummy fat. Other top pectin sources: apples, pears, bananas.
Healing protein
Eating lots of protein-rich foods is strongly associated with the healthiest thyroid gland, according to new research. Protein amino acids heal and strengthen delicate thyroid tissue. Smith is a fan of plant-based protein powders that “blend well into any smoothie.”
Super nutrition crunch
According to Dr. Oz, our thyroid gland needs amino acids like tyrosine and mineral selenium to grow — and most of us don’t get enough. Adding daily doses to your menu, you can see a substantial increase in your energy level. Smith’s Smoothie Fix: Simply mix tyrosine-rich almond milk with selenium-rich pumpkin seeds, flaxseed, and Brazilian nuts.
Kick spice
When leading thyroid specialists surveyed thousands of patients, most reported that extra spices significantly reduced the symptoms of hypothyroidism. why? Studies have confirmed that spices reduce the inflammation of thyroid stall caused by sugar, toxins, and other irritants. “For example, cinnamon and ginger are powerful natural anti-inflammatory agents,” Smith reveals.
Sweet and zippy green
Studies show that getting enough zinc is directly related to thyroid health. That’s why Smith wants most smoothies to add leafy vegetables. Her favorite? “Baby spinach has a non-bitter and pleasant taste,” she says. Avocados, berries and mangoes also offer great zinc hits.
What smoothies can you make for your thyroid health?
Want to get started? These thyroid-boosting smoothies can kick-start your journey. Always have your doctor try a new diet and do not stop prescribing unless instructed by your doctor.
Autumn power red: Blitz 1/2 cup pomegranate juice, 1 cup frozen berries, 1 cup frozen cauliflower, 1 banana, 1 cup nut milk, 1 cup kale, 1 cup flax.
Green apple crisp: Blitz with 1 diced apple, 1 banana, 2 cups of spinach, 1⁄4 cup of nuts, 1 cup of oats or nut milk, 1⁄4 cup of oats, ice, and vanilla Cinnamon dash.
Blackberry pear: Blitz 1 cup frozen blackberry, 1 cup green, 2 cup green, 1 cup flax, 1 cup and 1/2 cup nut milk, dash vanilla, ginger.
This article was originally published in our print magazine, Woman’s World.
