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Main Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Resource Guide Reducing Your Risk of HypothyroidismThe one risk factor for hypothyroidism that you can compensate for is a diet low in iodine. Your doctor or a registered dietitian can help you to identify foods rich in iodine, such as shellfish and iodized salt. SOURCES:American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 15th edition. McGraw-Hill;2001. Last reviewed September 2004 by Kimberly Rask, MD, PhD All EBSCO Publishing consumer health and medical information found on this site is accredited by URAC. URAC's Health Web Site Accreditation Program requires compliance with 53 rigorous standards of quality and accountability, verified by independent audits. � |
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