A KEY MICRONUTRIENT FOR THYROID HEALTH: SELENIUM This week on the pod was our very first “Ask the Herbalist” episode and we are talking all about thyroid issues—specifically, hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s. Selenium is possibly the most important and common nutrient deficiency found in hypothyroid patients. Not only does selenium play a crucial role in the production of thyroid hormone, it helps to turn on an enzyme that allows us to convert the storage T4 hormone that we make, into the active T3 hormone we can actually use for energy, mood and focus! Some good food sources of Selenium include meat products, fish, pasta or rice, and bread or cereal grains, however, Selenium content varies widely for foods grown in different soils. This is why many choose a supplementation strategy, where dosage can be precisely controlled and can be a more reliable way to consume needed selenium, especially if you have a clinical thyroid issue. Ready to learn more and get juicy on all things thyroid health? Link in bio to listen to the full episode 🎙️