Hypothyroidism (Non-Hashimoto's)

Ensure adequate iodine from sea vegetables, seafood, iodized salt (if not getting from other sources), but avoid excessive iodine if Hashimoto's ruled out, selenium-rich foods (Brazil nuts, wild-caught fish, grass-fed meats), zinc-rich foods (oysters, red meat, pumpkin seeds), tyrosine-rich foods (chicken, turkey, fish, eggs, dairy if tolerated), avoid goitrogens in large raw amounts if hypothyroid (soy, raw cruciferous vegetables - cooking neutralizes), adequate protein and healthy fats, avoid processed foods, gluten and dairy elimination if sensitivities present, support gut health for nutrient absorption.

Stress management critical (chronic stress raises cortisol which blocks thyroid hormone), adequate sleep (thyroid regenerates during sleep), avoid excessive cardio (raises cortisol), moderate exercise, morning sunlight exposure, avoid fluoride (displaces iodine - use fluoride-free toothpaste, filter water), reduce EMF exposure (thyroid sensitive), avoid BPA and plastics (endocrine disruptors), sauna therapy (detoxification), avoid chronic dieting or very low-calorie diets (slows metabolism and T3 conversion).