Has Your Thyroid Gotten Glutened?

Research shows that gluten — a protein found in wheat, rye, and barley — may play a role in thyroid problems like Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease.

Gluten can disrupt gut bacteria, weaken the gut lining, and confuse the immune system, leading to the immune system mistakenly attacking the thyroid. This can make thyroid disease worse over time.

Some studies suggest that removing gluten from the diet can reduce thyroid antibodies, improve thyroid hormone levels, and even enhance the effectiveness of thyroid medication.

However, the research is still in its early stages, and not all individuals will benefit. Doctors recommend more studies before gluten-free diets are advised for everyone with thyroid disease.

Optimal Takeaways

• Gluten may upset gut health and trigger immune attacks on the thyroid.
• “Leaky gut” linked to gluten can raise thyroid antibodies and worsen thyroid disease.
• People with celiac disease have a higher risk of thyroid problems.
• A gluten-free diet may reduce thyroid antibodies and improve medication absorption.
• Fortunately, there are several healthy gluten-free options available.
• Not all individuals need to go gluten-free; more research is needed to know who benefits most.

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