Sentences with phrase «raw crucifers»

I was wondering if I have hypothyroid symptoms (fatigue, dry skin, cold sensitivity, sleeping lots and still tired, brain fog, etc.) and I consume about 1 - 2 cups of raw crucifers daily, could the goitrogens be the cause of all my problems?

One small thought though is eating raw crucifers can be hard on thyroid production and digestion.

I'm eating cruciferous veggies primarily for the isothiocyanates (the prime goitrogenic suspects), absorption of which is higher from raw crucifers.

Consuming raw crucifers or dark, leafy greens is not an alternative either as the substances that cause problems when in the cooking water also cause problems if consumed directly with the vegetable in an uncooked state such as a raw green smoothie.

When raw crucifers are chewed, or when microwaved and steamed crucifers are digested by intestinal bacteria, they release substances called goitrogens that increase the need for iodine when consumed in small amounts and can damage the thyroid gland when consumed in large amounts.

Certain nutrients and cooking methods can limit the goitrogenic effect of raw crucifers, such as kale.

If you love cooked or raw crucifers or have a special affection for kale smoothies you will probably already be inclined to like maca (Lepidium meyenii).