THYROID PHARMACIST GLUTEN-FREE RECIPES

Here are 10 of my favorite thyroid friendly recipes. They are all gluten, dairy and soy-free, and a great starting point in your healing journey. For more tips on diet-be sure to check out my book. Everyone is different and may have different dietary requirements and foods they tolerate. Izabella Wentz, PharmD, FASCP www.thyroidpharmacist.com www.facebook.com/thyroidlifestyle

Egg Muns These are great for breakfast! 6 eggs turkey bacon chopped into small pieces diced onion chopped broccoli Direc:ons Mix all ingredients and pour mixture info paper lined mun :ns. Bake at 325 F for 30 minutes

Izzys Banana Pancakes Saturday morning treats J One banana One egg Extra virgin coconut oil Strawberries for garnishing Blend banana and egg in mixer un:l baJer consistency achieved (30 sec-1 minute) Melt coconut oil on pan Pour baJer onto pan Cook for 2-3 minutes and then ip cooking for addi:onal 1-2 minutes Cut strawberries in half to garnish HINT: puVng a cover over the pan will even out the cooking process and help prevent destruc:on of pancake upon ipping

Green Smoothie

This green smoothie is packed with nutri:on for your thyroid, helps reduce inamma:on and can help with detoxica:on Coconut milk is hypoallergenic and can help reduce inamma:on and stabilize blood sugar due to its (good) fat content. Ingredients 1 cup mixed baby greens 2 large carrots 1 ripe avocado 1 s:ck of celery 1 cucumber 1 bunch of basil leaves 1 cup coconut milk 1 scoop Pea Protein Sea salt OpIonal Boosts (1 tablespoon each): Camu powder- to boost vitamin C Cod Liver Oil- an:-inammatory Coconut ker (I use Tula's CocoKer)- probio:cs Maca root powder-helps increase body temp and stabilize hormones Turmeric powder- an:-inammatory DirecIons: Blend together in Vitamix or other blender and enjoy as low glycemic breakfast, lunch or snack!

ALMOND Muns These muns travel well and are tasty! 1 & 1/4 cup almond our 1/4 cup ax seed our 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce 2 eggs 3 ripe mashed bananas Op:onal-may choose to add one or more of the following 1/2 cup shaved coconut 1/2 cup blueberries 1/2 cup walnuts 1/4 cup poppy seed 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder + 1/4 cup honey Bake for 45 minutes @350 F or un:l tops of muns are lightly browned, 1 hour if baking banana bread

Hubbys Carnitas

My wonderful hubby makes these mouthwatering carnitas on the weekends and we enjoy them for every meal for days on end! Ingredients 3 to 5 pounds of boneless pork shoulder 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon each of : black pepper, chilli pepper, oregano Dried chipotle peppers 1 bay leaf 4 garlic cloves, sliced 1 onion, chopped Water Direc:ons: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Farenheit. Mix the spices and rub them on the meat. Place the meat on the boJom of a covered pot. Add bay leaf, peppers, garlic and onion to the top of the meat. Pour enough water to almost cover the meat. Braise for 3 to 3.5hours, mixing the meat and turning it over every hour or so. When most of the water is gone and the pork turn a slight brown, you'll know the meat is done! The meat should be tender and easy to shred with a fork. Enjoy with eggs and spagheV squash hash in the morning, with a salad at lunch and with veggies for dinner! >>Can also be made in a slow-cooker!

KOTLETY (CUTLETS) These were my favorite growing up! Main 2 thin chicken breasts (op:onal tenderized) 1 egg 1/4 cup each Shredded unsweetened coconut Almond our Fry in coconut oil for 3-5 minutes on each side Sides 6 large peeled carrots 6 stalks of baby broccoli 1 tablespoon coconut oil 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Arrange vegetables in covered baking dish, pour coconut oil over Bake for 350x 45 min-1 hr Pour extra virgin olive oil to garnish

SquashgeQ and Meatballs Husband approved! Sauce Diced tomatoes Tomato sauce Basil (chop real basil) Garlic seasoning Pepper Basil Onion Meatballs Ground beef or turkey Egg Basil Pepper Sea salt Garlic SpagheV squash Scoop out seeds and stringy stu Bake @350F x 30 min-1 hour Scoop out with a fork Or slice zucchini and boil x 3 minutes

GREEK SALMON Easy and delicious! Olives Cucumber Avocado Tomato Green pepper Red onion 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice Basil Dice veggies, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice and basil Salmon- you can steam in a wok, or bake at 350 F for 30 minutes Yummy with salmon J

Happy Trails Trail mix This trail mix is great for ights or hikes! Ingredients Walnuts Raisins Goji berries Coconut shavings Pumpkin seeds Cocoa nibs DirecIons Mix 1/3 cup of each and enjoy throughout the day as a healthy snack

Turkey Roll Ups I olen get ques:ons about what I do for snacksIt doesnt get any easier than this! Ingredients Sliced turkey (buy gluten and dairy free) Avocado Tomato May add basil or another tasty spice Roll em up, secure with a toothpick and eat them!