The #1 Most Important Nutrient for Hypothyroidism

Learn how this nutrient can potentially act as a natural remedy for thyroid conditions.

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0:00 Introduction: Hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism
1:04 An important nutrient for the thyroid
1:35 Understanding hypothyroidism
2:43 Selenium for thyroid conditions
5:48 Foods high in selenium
6:25 Natural remedies for thyroid conditions
7:10 Learn more about thyroid conditions!

There is one really important nutrient involved in hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism: selenium.

90% of hypothyroid problems are related to an autoimmune disease called Hashimoto’s. Most cases of hyperthyroidism are also related to an autoimmune condition.

An autoimmune condition is a situation where you have cells, or antibodies, made by your own body that attack your thyroid. These antibodies prevent your thyroid from functioning and also create a lot of inflammation.

You may know that iodine is really important for the thyroid, but so is selenium. Most of the selenium in your body is concentrated in your thyroid.

A selenium deficiency is very common in people with hypothyroidism. But selenium can significantly reduce the antibodies involved in these autoimmune conditions.

Selenium also supports the thyroid as a whole and helps you convert the non-active form of the thyroid hormone T4 to the active form.

Selenium has also been known to help decrease other symptoms related to thyroid problems, including:
• Myxedema
• Inflammation
• Bulging eyes
• Thyroid nodules
• Thyroid enlargement
• Excess hydrogen peroxide

Selenium can even help decrease the risk of getting an autoimmune condition and has many other health benefits.

Foods rich in selenium:
• Meat
• Fish
• Brazil nuts
• Eggs
• Dairy
• Garlic
• Onion
• Cabbage
• Broccoli
• Organ meats

You can consume foods high in selenium or take a selenium supplement (200 mcg) along with other trace minerals.

If you have Grave’s or Hashimoto’s, you may also want to consider taking a product called Thytrophin PMG® by Standard Process.

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Dr. Berg, age 58, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals®. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! I hope this helps increase your awareness of the benefits of selenium for thyroid problems. I’ll see you in the next video.

[FaithInHisBlood]

I took myself off Synthroid slowly last year. In May 2024, I have been off one year. I was on Synthroid for just over twenty years. I felt horrible on that medication. My hair became thinner. I started gaining weight. Since being off Synthroid, I have dropped twenty two pounds, my hair looks so much better and is thicker, and I feel better!! I have been doing Intermittent Fasting since early 2019 and for the most part eating healthy keto. I also take Vitamin D3-K2, Sea Kelp, Trace Minerals, Nascent Iodine, Nutritional Yeast, eat two Brazil Nuts daily unless I'm fasting all day, and a few more. They are all organic and high quality. I believe I was misdiagnosed twenty years ago and I'm thankful for the knowledge I have now. All the symptoms of so-called hypothyroidism are gone since getting off that drug. I did this for myself. Thank you, Dr. Berg!!

[krishawes]

Number of endocrinologists who've educated me about ANY of this = 0.

[BellaIsMyBaby]

Im so sick of going to doctor's who are viewing you merely as a paycheck. NATURE HAS EVERYTHING WE NEED.

[ev]

Because of you, I am healthier and happier. I was able to perfect my labs, reduce my A1C, and find the
energy of 30s again. As an RN in an in the hospital, I can understand my patients health problems better. Thank
you for your videos as well as being an example of good health.

[hristokirilov]

Let me tell you an interesting story.

For the past three years, my mother has been dealing with hypothyroidism and arthritis. Her doctor prescribed her several medications, including calcium, to treat her hypothyroidism and arthritis, but unfortunately, she didn't see any noticeable improvement over the course of six months. In fact, her condition seemed to be getting worse.

That's when I decided to do some research and checked sources such as "Science Direct" and other reliable websites. After getting into the pages, I discovered that the medications she was taking were hindering her body's ability to absorb calcium, and that selenium was actually the key supplement that could help her normalize thyroid function. Now she takes only selenium for 3 months, we'll see after 3 more how are the results, but she's telling me she feels good.

[davenet]

Hashimotos since 2017, symptoms really diminish if I don't eat gluten, sugar or carbs and do intermittent fasting. But, soon as I fall off the wagon the symptoms start coming back within 3 weeks. Your videos have really helped.

[revealanation]

Thank you Dr. Berg for your endless effort in helping people 😊

[HafsaUS]

Dr. Berg, I have elopecia ever since I was a child, I was diagnosed with Hashimotos 10 years ago, this year I am diagnosed with celiac disease and lots of other food intolerances. Now I have started taking my health very seriously and your videos are real encouragement. I did fasting and started probiotics, zinc, vit D, potassium, B12 and magnesium supplements and looks like these things are working but still a long way to go!

[SuperWowstyle]

Just want to reinstate this - Brazil nuts are VERY VERY high in selenium.

Just 1-2 nuts per day is more than enough to ensure you don’t need to take any selenium supplements.


Don’t overtake though, excess Brazil nuts will cause selenium toxicity.

[akiraira]

Dr. Berg is simply the best. I showed my hubby one of his videos and now he watches Dr. Berg all the time. - and he listens to him.

[nathaliekaram]

Same in my country. No endocrinologist has ever enlightened me about these important minerals. 4 years ago I've been diagnosed with Hashimoto abf since then I've been on Euthyrox. Thanks to Dr Berg I know the importance of selenium which I am taking daily it's been 2 months now. But the thing is pharmacies don't sell it in its pure form I mean it's always combined with other vitamins and minerals and unfortunately it contains titanium dioxide

[caur]

I have been to many doctors for.this disease for last 30 yrs. They only took fee, recommended test biannual, prescribed dosage. Nothing else, no diet nothing.
Which doctor teaches you so much. You are Godsend. Now I know so much about this.

[stacyteal]

I was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism nearly a year ago and my doctor never told me any of this and I have had issues for years. I am so pissed that my doctor never cared to tell me anything.

[jonathandecker]

My aunt Dr Ruth Decker is a thryroid and endocrinology surgeon in St Louis. Was on 20/20 in the early 90s from her cancer research saving little boy Charlie from cancer.

[sherry]

Try eating two Brazilian nuts a day. This healed my husband’s nodules. He continues to be monitored by an Endocrinologist, but the nodules are gone. Started the Brazilian nuts while waiting for his appointment with the doctor. The nodules and accompanying pain were gone by the time he could get in to see the doctor.

[Georgiamodel]

I have had this pretty much my whole life and no one has ever brought this up. Explains so much. Thank you.

[lucylocket]

One thing I'd add that it should be 200mcg of l-selenomethionine (organic selenium). Not the synthetic one. l-selenomethionine is easier to absorb, which reduces the risk of toxicity. Also: high levels of selenium are toxic. 200mcg is a safe dose to be taken regularly on a daily basis. Higher doses should be taken under the supervision of knowledgeable holistic/functional doctor.

[mbh]

Dr. Berg has a nice calm and soothing voice.

[carolcole]

Today is 5-8-2023. I will politely face down my Endocrinologist this morning. When I first started using Emory Hospital for my health, my daughter and I…..plus my sister, had it clearly documented that for all three of us, our bodies do not convert T4 into T3. That was 14 years ago that we had it documented. About 8 years ago, I started having massive issues throughout my body. Common sense told me all issues were connected, however doctors kept trying to make each symptom as completely separate from each other. When having Labs, stupidly, I did not go over my Labs. I just accepted it when the doctor told me that everything looked good…….including my thyroid. Last week my daughter specifically looked at the Labs and it showed that for several years I was only given the TSH…….so, he was not getting a true reading. In the meantime, my sister WITH her own thyroid issues, developed Graves along with it, almost died and had to have her thyroid killed. Top this off with I have been seeing double for several years. Now, why on earth would my Opthalmologist suspect my thyroid had gone into TED ( thyroid eye disease ) since……my TSH was normal ? See how everything depends on that T3 and T4 being properly diagnosed. Oh ! And because of Graves, my sister developed heart problems. morning my Endocrin and I will have a very very in-depth appointment, and I will firmly but respectfully be requested so many Labs, they probably will take1/2 gallon of blood from me. But, I MEAN to leave that department with some solid results. This video came at the perfect moment to coincide with my appointment day.❤️

[amazingwoodcraftz]

My endocrinologist is pushing me for surgery and has mentioned selenium however every conversation is ended by suggesting that I make considerations for thyroid surgery. Thank you for this video that gives me a much better idea on how to correct this problem Dr. Berg!