For women, it is important to pay close attention to their physical health during pregnancy, as any health issues can also affect the health of the fetus. So what are the dietary precautions for pregnant women with hyperthyroidism?
Firstly, if pregnant women suffer from hyperthyroidism, it is recommended to increase their intake of protein and fat in their diet. Hyperthyroidism patients have a significant characteristic of increased energy consumption, accelerated protein breakdown, and increased fat consumption. The metabolic rate of hyperthyroidism patients is relatively high. If women do not supplement sufficient nutrients such as protein and fat in a timely manner, they may experience malnutrition.
Secondly, pregnant women with hyperthyroidism should pay attention to the intake of carbohydrates in their diet. Because pregnant women suffer from hyperthyroidism, they need to supplement enough carbohydrates, but at the same time, women should not take too much carbohydrates. This is because when carbohydrates are absorbed by the body in large quantities, it is easy to induce diabetes, so the blood sugar of hyperthyroidism patients will tend to rise, so it is recommended that pregnant women pay attention to the amount of carbohydrates they take.
Furthermore, pregnant women with hyperthyroidism are advised to pay more attention to supplementing mineral elements and vitamins. Hyperthyroidism patients' water and salt metabolism will accelerate, making them prone to frequent urination. This process may lead to a large amount of potassium and other mineral elements being excreted from the body, so women should pay attention to supplementing mineral elements. In addition, it is not recommended for pregnant women with hyperthyroidism to consume foods containing iodine, as it may worsen the condition.
