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Dear readers, Whether you're juggling a full calendar while navigating hormonal shifts or simply trying to feel more in sync with your body, you may want to pay attention to one small but mighty thing: your thyroid. Think of it as your body’s thermostat. Sitting at the base of your neck like a little butterfly, this gland produces hormones that manage your metabolism, energy, mood, weight, and more. It might be tiny, but it punches way above its weight when it comes to keeping things in balance. While thyroid issues can arise at any age, shifts in hormonal balance, stress, and long-term medication use can make us more vulnerable as the years go by, especially during times of transition like midlife or menopause. Even just the natural effects of ageing can influence how it functions, explained Dr Suranjit Chatterjee, Sr. Consultant in Internal Medicine at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals. Two common issues are hypothyroidism, where your thyroid slows down and you might feel tired, sluggish, or gain weight unexpectedly, and hyperthyroidism, where it revs up and causes things like irritability, anxiety, or rapid heartbeat. 
These shifts are more than just mood swings or a bad week. Left undiagnosed, thyroid dysfunction can insidiously affect heart health, bone density, and fertility. That’s why it’s worth paying attention if you struggle with unexplained weight changes, low energy, thinning hair, mood dips, or irregular periods, according to Dr Chatterjee. Even more so if thyroid disorders or autoimmune conditions run in your family. He listed out the symptoms one should be mindful of. 👉 Can thyroid changes happen at any stage of my life?🔗 Lifestyle and food can’t cure thyroid issues, but they can support the gland and help ease symptoms. For example, if you're already feeling exhausted and foggy, a few tweaks to your daily plate can make a noticeable difference. Nutrition experts say iodine, selenium, and zinc are nutrients that support the thyroid. These are found in seafood, eggs, Brazil nuts, sunflower seeds, and legumes. 
Conversely, it may be helpful to go easy on foods like raw broccoli, kale, and cabbage, especially if you’re already on thyroid meds. Soy-based products and gluten might also interfere with thyroid function in some people, particularly those with autoimmune concerns. Manoj Kutteri, CEO and Medical Director, Atmantan Wellness Centre, shared the dos and don’ts of a thyroid-friendly diet. 👉 Foods that can increase thyroid function (and the ones you must avoid) 🔗 Until next time, Rishika Singh DISCLAIMER: The articles in this newletter are based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.
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