Question 1

Is coffee bad for hypothyroidism?

Accepted Answer

Research shows that levothyroxine absorption is decreased if coffee is consumed within an hour of taking it. Hence, it is suggestable to wait at least 60 minutes after taking the levothyroxine to drink your coffee.

Question 2

Is banana good for hypothyroidism?

Accepted Answer

Hypothyroid persons can take all fruits including banana in moderation.

Question 3

How long is too long to be constipated?

Accepted Answer

Any length of time is a concern when a person has hard stools or constipation. But after three days, stools become harder and difficult to pass needing a medical intervention or procedure to clear out the impacted stools.

Question 4

Is coffee bad for hypothyroidism?

Accepted Answer

Research shows that levothyroxine absorption is decreased if coffee is consumed within an hour of taking it. Hence, it is suggestable to wait at least 60 minutes after taking the levothyroxine to drink your coffee.

Question 5

Why do I feel like pooping but nothing comes out?

Accepted Answer

It can be because of lack of fibre in diet and rectal tenesmus due to intestinal conditions like irritable bowel syndrome, IBD, Hemorrhoids etc. Try to include high fiber foods such as Pears, strawberries, apple, oat meal, brown rice, banana, broccoli, green leafy vegetables (kale, spinach), avocado, carrots, tomato, beans and sweet potato in diet and take plenty of fluids.If issue still persist then consult a doctor.

Question 6

What foods will make you poop right away?

Accepted Answer

There is no such miraculous food that gives instant results but you may regularize your stools with proper high fiber foods and taking good amount of fluids. Fiber foods include Pears, strawberries, apple, oat meal, brown rice, banana, broccoli, green leafy vegetables (kale, spinach), avocado, carrots, tomato, beans and sweet potato.

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Is coffee bad for hypothyroidism?

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