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Halloween will be here before you know it. And that means bowls of sugary treats gathered for a night of trick-or-treating are likely to be found everywhere you go. Deep down, no matter how good it tastes, you know that all that sugar cannot be good for your health. But did you know that it can actually aggravate your thyroid? Before you reach for that chocolate bar, read this.
If there was a body part that was vitally important for your overall health, it would be your thyroid. Sure, your heart is important, too, as are all your other major organs. But it is your thyroid that keeps these organs working properly. A release of too much thyroid hormone and your body is working on overload. Your heart rate increases, you will feel weak, you may feel restlessness, and more. Not enough of your thyroid hormone and the body slows down.
See how much power your thyroid has over your body? This is why it is necessary to care for your thyroid – and avoid things that may negatively affect it. For example, sugar.
It is important to always remember that everything you put in your mouth will either be good or bad for your body. You can nourish it with things like whole grains, fresh produce, and lean meats. Or you can consume lots of sugar – and deal with the result. The choice is ultimately yours. But, before you make your decision, keep reading to learn just how sugar affects the body.
First of all, sugar causes leaky gut. Artificial sweeteners do the same. It can reduce the number of good bacteria found within the gut, keeping your gut microbiome from maintaining its health. The result? Gaps in the intestinal walls begin to leak out bacteria and other toxins into the bloodstream. This can lead to all sorts of symptoms and ailments, but it also is believed to suppress thyroid function.
Second, researchers believe that there is a connection between your thyroid and diabetes – that one may make you susceptible to the other. And if you have both, the symptoms can be amplified.
Avoiding excess sugar can help keep your glucose in check (as well as your weight) and keep you from exacerbating the conditions you have – or developing new ones.
You may not currently have a thyroid condition or diabetes. Does that mean you can continue to eat sugar in mass quantities without issue? Not at all. Sugar is bad for you and should be eliminated from the diet as much as possible. Let’s take a look at some of the ways it impacts your health:
Developing New Halloween Habits
You can still partake in the Halloween festivities without harming your body with sugar. We could tell you to enjoy your candy in moderation, rather than gorging yourself. And, while that seems like it may be ok, we are not all fortunate enough to have the self-control to do so. Besides, it doesn’t change the fact that sugar is damaging to your body – so why have any at all?
Consider alternate ways of celebrating, such as playing games, watching scary movies, or making delicious – and healthy – sweet treats that you can have without harming your thyroid or your body as a whole.
Interested in learning more about caring for your thyroid health, naturally? Contact Dr. Randy Hansbrough and his team at (772) 287-7701. Or sign up for a free, 30-minute consultation.
