Dr. Makwana Tanvi Ghanshyambhai
Diabetology
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Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I had a sudden weight gain. Are there any foods that should be avoided either at certain times of the day or all together while taking Levothyroxine to treat an underactive thyroid?
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
Avoid raw cabbage, cauliflower, brocolli, soy and soy products like soy sauce, soy milk, tofu, strawberry, walnut, spinach, and brussel sprouts. Do not take any meals or drink except plain water for atleast 45 minutes after taking medication. Avoid taking acidity-causing foods, calcium and iron supplements with the medicine.
Patient's Query
Thank you doctor,
I have read about not having calcium-rich foods for four hours after taking the medication, Is this correct? Can soy and soy products be eaten occasionally or should they be avoided all together?
Hello,
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Four hour gap is sufficient between calcium and thyroid medicine. You can eat soy products once in a while.
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