Finally I get home completely wiped out, sore from my fall earlier and I can't even think about making anything for dinner so I grabbed one of my new cashew & almond bars and it hit the spot! Since kosher certified can only use kosher ingredients, the salt brine is iodine free! On the ConAgra site, you can search for stores that carry their Fleischmann's products by zip code. potassium iodide is the iodine in iodized salt. I used this coffee creamer to make Overnight Oats and was really happy with the results. Trader Joe's It has really helped me get ready for the LID. After that grandpa wanted another smoke so we walked out so he could have a smoke and get that "load" off his chest so to speak :) He walked with us up to the valet service and waited until the car was brought up. Yes, I need to see the big picture and not focus on the bad, but that's easy for them to say! SomI picked up a load of sandwich bread there that did not include "sea salt" but now I'm concerned it may use Iodine Conditioners. Used when making crock pot beef roast. The amount varies by type of rice and where it was grown. Purchased at Whole Foods. I'm just a little frustrated /concerned because I use primarily rice based pastas (is corn based ok?) is taboo, along with things like eggs, soybeans (the beans and sprouts, not the oil or soy lecithin) and all dairy. It is commonly called vitamin E in a generic sense, as vitamin E substances are made up of tocopherol and similar elements. The hashbrowns were delicious cooked in a little olive oil and served alongside scrambled egg whites. Best wishes! Good luck with LID and upcoming scans. I plan on going to trader Joe's to look for food tomorrow before I start the diet. If they are, which ones? It turned out pretty good all things considered. recipesforsustenance I hope all goes well with your husbands LID and the RAI is successful! I was able to find out that corporate for trader Joes has guaranteed that they do not use iodize salt in any of their trader joes name bran products DO STAY . Add honey, cinnamon and sugar (or sweetner) and mash away! Note- Nutrition facts label shows 0% sodium while the front of pkg says That's right- we're from the south! ? However, that information will still be included in details such as numbers of replies. - I made the honey whole wheat banana bread (substituted 4 egg whites for the 2 eggs that the recipe calls for and used kosher salt) and added the enjoy life semi sweet mini chips and chopped walnuts--such a yummy breakfast!) I have been reading through postsand trying to answer my questions through those so as not to bother anyonebut geez that takes too much timeso I have decided to postand many of you veterans will find yourself repeating yourself and for that I apologize. I have read that you should just keep all the clothes you wear in the room with you and not wash them for like 8 days to allow radiation to dissipate. It is giving me a headache all this throught into what used to be a normal life. Fresh fruits and vegetables are always a safe bet. Im so happy my blog was helpful to you. recipesforsustenance I LOVE to eat and they don't even consider the hormonal changes I'm going through! if iodized salt is used, it's supposed to be listed as such. how do you tell if they are LID? I went to Trader Joe's and Whole Foods and was able to find a bunch of great stuff that is really LID friendly. Also wondering about flavored non-dairy creameris it safe? I have been to Whole foods, and Wal-mart, on my way to Trader Joes to see if they have any there. I love rye bread and was really happy to find out that the Pepperidge Farm brand is safe. Hunts No Salt Added Ketchup This stuff wasnt as bad as I thought it would be. recipesforsustenance Fruit With the exception of rhubarb, you can eat any fresh (or frozen) fruit. Good luck to you! potassium iodide is what you need to look for in salt (aside from sea salt). At the time I couldn't find it the store was all out of it but does anyone remember that? I would buy this product even when Im not on LID. 75% cacao. I was up the entire night before, couldn't get comfortable, couldn't sleep and well my anxiety was a bit elevated worrying about grandma! Plus both stores have an excellent selection of fresh fruits, veggies and meats. Aug 19, 2019 @ 23:49:39. This blog chronicles the cooking adventures of preparing and eating a low iodine diet in preparation for radioactive iodine (RAI) therapy for treatment of follicular variant papillary thyroid cancer. Best wishes! thanks is iodine bad for us survivors? I wish you the best of health in the future. Soybean oil and soy lecithin are allowed on LID in moderation. recipesforsustenance 3 before RAI and 2 after RAI. -Mother's Sodium Free Plain Whole Grain Brown Rice Cakes No idea if it will be good but I'm excited to try it Oct 19, 2018 @ 02:25:11. It was runny (less so if kept in the fridge) and it just didnt taste right. I am so glad I found this. Sep 04, 2019 @ 19:52:37. Keeping a good thought for you! Apr 10, 2016 @ 12:20:27, You are most welcome! This morning the drainage tube came out which means they got all the fluid out of her lung (reducing the risk for pneumonia) and she was sitting up and eating cheerios! A few other bonuses are that a lot of this stuff is gluten free and organic. I have heard tales of people ending up in the hospital because they didnt consume salt on LID. See the overnight way to cook these steel cut oats on Day 7 Breakfast Tab! I'm starting my LID on Thursday the 21st. * Can't seem to find the Rich's coffee Richand noticed there is soy in coffee mate. Based on what I have read, there is a lot of information available about LID diets, but quite a bit of information that my doctor did not address with me, and some conflicting information. I have a 17 year old son too. Organic Bragg's Hawaiian fat free apple cider and tropical fruits with ginger dressing. Trader Joes Sodium Free Whole Wheat Bread Nasty, unless you like the taste of cardboard. (LogOut/ Thank goodness. I have Celiac Dermititis Herpetiformis which iodine acts as an irritant. Whole Foods Hard to believe you can have bacon on LID. Ive been kinda bummed out trying to find things I actually like to eat. The only ingredient is coconut. I have yet to run into a large manufacturer who uses iodized salt in their products. Im doing my 3rd round of LID in 3 weeks, going on 5 years cancer free but theres still traces. Thank you!!!!! So Delicious Coconut Coffee Creamer Original This is the only non-dairy coffee creamer that I have found that doesnt have sea salt, soy, or carrageenan. Ingredients list 5 mg of sodium which I think occurs naturally. Thanks-a-Lot, Lemonades, Peanut Butter Patties, and Thin Mints are all vegan and do not contain iodized salt. Is that good? I am having RAI next Friday.. 1st and Last!! I paid $6 for a quart-size container at Publix. So, I hope I am not out of line by posting this but I was kind of hoping that you all might share some of your "yee-haw, I can eat this" snack/food ideas that you discovered you could eat while on the LID. By calling the consumer hotlines for the products or by messaging the company on Facebook, I was able to confirm the products do not contain iodized salt and that expanded what I was able to eat. I know there was a cream that was nondairy and LID safe, for coffee, in the freezer section in whole foods but I don't remember the name. Anyone have Amy other easy tips? I emailed customer service and they wrote back that they contain salt which I knew, but they do not know if theres iodine in them. The Annual International Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Conference and Regional Workshops, Download our free Low-Iodine Cookbook (PDF), Rally for Research and Thyroid Cancer Research Grants. Feel crappy AND not eat comfort foods? Their organic fruit leathers are good too!! Feb 11, 2018 @ 19:43:52. My husband recently had his five year check up and lab work and he remains CANCER FREE! No sodium; 50 calories, 11g whole grain, gluten free. Thank you so much for this list of allowed foods! It's called "Let's Do Organic" creamed, unsweetened coconut. I contacted Thai Kitchen via their Facebook page to ask if they use iodized salt in their products and got this response, Hi Suzi, We do not used iodized salt in our Thai Kitchen or Simply Asia products. Earth Balance Soy-Free Buttery Spread This stuff tastes good. Did the LID last year before my RAI, now preparing for WBS and Thyrogen. Amanda. 18 g whole grain. I ended up buying a hamburger patty (no bread at all as they keep their meat separate from their bread until you order a burger) with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and sliced onions. traders joes great place to find items for low iodine diet Thank you for letting me know. Mashed Butternut Squash - Cut a butternut squash into cubes. I will survive this too :) Just another bump in the road :) Anybody like me out there? Both probably have more but I had limited time to shop. I am glad that others are finding my blog useful. Its great on everything . Thank goodness for Trader Joe's and kosher meat. Noord-Holland | province, Netherlands | Britannica most companies respond very quickly. By researching which type of salt food companies use allowed me to add a lot more products to my LID diet the next time I did it. With the exception of soybeans, you can eat all fresh (and frozen) vegetables. * Unsalted canned veggies (black beans, corn, etc) Hope that helps! Found a few LID recipes and products that might be helpful! I have the cookbook but if anyone has links to good "prepared" options that old be GREAT! You can do it, though! This is day 3 of my LID and I'm not gonna liethis is tough! No Sulfur Dioxide Kite Hill Almond Milk Cream Cheese Style Spread a vegan, soy-free cream cheese alternative that does not contain iodized salt. Oreos Oreos are vegan and as long as they are a flavor that doesnt contain prohibited ingredients, they are acceptable for LID. This diet will be so hard on him but with your help, I think I can make it alittle easier. The first thing you see when you walk into any TJ's store is their display of flowers and plants. However, you are right about the hummus several have sea salt! Can anyone help? My favorite ingredient from the LID. I am new to this site as I just had a TT this past December and am thankful for all the info and stories. Cyndi, recipesforsustenance -Morton's Course Kosher salt--Morton's website says that it is not iodized even though the box itself does not say "this product does not contain iodine". Doing RAI at home. There are many ways to consume iodine unknowingly. Purchased at Whole Foods. They are also a bit sour so it helps with the salivary glands. Lots of sorbet options out there- most with zero sodium. recipesforsustenance Apple Cranberry juice. HI all, starting LID on 1/13 and I think I have most of this down except a few commercial product questions. Boil a pot of water with a bit of Kosher salt. These last two are "finds" for the LID list :) Low Iodine Diet aka LID - What can I eat? - Cancer SURVIVOR Best price is at Wal-Mart. Trader Joe's. "This Riced Cauliflower Stir Fry is super simple to make in under 10 minutes," Silverman says. You can find unsalted canned beans, but its more economical to just cook dried beans at home and season with kosher salt. I loved their unsalted tortilla chips, and the unsalted nuts at TJ's were the best!! LID is not easy, but Im glad I could help make it a little less stressful for you. Broccoli), -Black Bean Salad with Corn, Red Peppers, Avocado, -Roasted Cauliflower with Red Chile, Cilantro, and Lime, -Grilled Corn, Tomatoes and Avocado Salad. Thanks!! To clarify, someone posted that they contacted TJ's and the response they received indicated that the foods with the Trader Joe's label use iodine-free salt in those products with salt. Daiya dairy free cheese substitute shreds (mozzarella) Not all Daiya products are suitable for LID. Newmans Own Tomato & Basil Spaghetti Sauce Newmans Own brand items do not contain iodized salt. Non-Dairy * English Crumpets w/Cinnamon - soo good toasted w/buttery spread and jam Trader Joes Tuscan Pane Bread although many of Trader Joes breads do not have dough conditioners in them, most contain sea salt. Riced Cauliflower Stir Fry. made by Dole and some cashew and almond bars. i that what is thyca patients should do? At 11am the anesthesiologist was suppose to be in to prepare grandma but the case before was running way late due to complications. It is best if rice is limited on LID. I have a dozen Sherri Berries chocolate dipped strawberries being delivered on the day of my WBS. It many not be a ton of food but it was nice for me to find a handful of things that I could eat/snack on. Also, it MUST be the "Soy Free" variety." Grandpa really needed a smoke to alleviate his anxiety and worry. I am finding that the opposite is true, I am having a hard time keeping my sugars up enough because my endo does not want my sugars below 90 but so far I am barely there!!! First time looking at your site. Dried fruit (be sure to check labels, some do contain salt) and unsalted nuts are great snacks on LID. They dont have much listed for the Philippines, but may be a start: http://lidlifecommunity.org/countries/phillipines Good luck! *Sodium Free Whole Wheat Bread - totally free of salt, dairy, and soy - is heavy and dense but, call things considere, taste pretty good - plus it is nice for those of us w/o bread machines! I also found a salad dressing/marinade. I am so glad I found your blog. Trader joes organic brown rice penne pasta sodium free. , recipesforsustenance icanbreath. * Stonehouse 27 tomoates and chillis cooking sauce - something of a mix b/t a pasta sauce and a curry. As always, read labels before buying product. I will need my coffee when I start LID it is my One guilty Pleasure, and with dealing with cancer, RAI and everything else, this is one thing I want to enjoy. I will try it as a marinade with chicken breast and use it on a salad with pecans and apples or pears.mmmm. So Delicious Dairy Free Coconutmilk Yogurt Alternative This yogurt is delicious! recipesforsustenance :). I didnt have guidance for LID from my oncologist or any other doctor. On my second round of LID, I started calling, emailing, or sending Facebook messages to different food companies (many products have the contact info on the label). I loved the no salt chips and salsa. As long as you read labels and know what ingredients are not allowed, you are good. http://www.lidlifecommunity.org is a great resource if you need to do the diet again in the future. Just started my diet two days ago and finding this has been a life saver!! THANKS SO MUCH!!!! Plus, I was still recuperating from the total thyroidectomy, so I was exhausted and having to cook everything from scratch. On some lists, it is considered an ingredient that is not allowed on LID. You can have pasta and LID-safe bread (dough conditioners found in commercial breads contains iodine), so I am pretty certain enriched flour is not a problem. I assume you are preparing to do a whole body scan. We then walked around a bit so he could get some air, breath a bit and then we all headed back up to the cardiac surgery waiting room. I hope all goes well with your scan! They are sweet to taste, have 14g of carbs 13g of sugars but it's natural sugars! What a great site! Used this product as base for pasta sauce. Youve made it so easy. You can ask questions and even post pics of food products for confirmation if they are allowed on the diet. Hope all is going well for you. Great for soups, risotto, mashed potatoes, etc Make sure to read labels because the regular Progresso broths contain sea salt. This community is sponsored by ThyCa: Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Association, an Inspire trusted partner. Trader Joes Organic Coconut Milk coconut milk without the weird preservatives found in other canned coconut milk. Glad to see Publix brands too! All are completely LID friendly, no dairy, no soy, no iodized salt and really so tasty I almost felt guity! As of May 3, my iodine level was high. They have two other flavors, Vanilla and Hazelnut. Their hummus is amazing with their whole wheat tortillas it was my go to for most of the time when I didn't feel like eating as well as their whole wheat bread and avocado. Zero % sodium; low sugar. My understanding is that it is only the items with the Trader Joe's label. Thank you so much- I know Im a bit late to the party but I have hyperthyroidism and I am low iodine for my RAIU test next week! I used it to cook a chicken dish that my family loved! We got this, recipesforsustenance It's good to know, because getting enough sodium on any diet is healthy. Here are some of the fruits you can eat on LID: Bananas, apples, kiwi, peaches, pears, all berries (strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, etc), pineapples, mangoes, cherries (not Maraschino cherries, though because of the red food dye), all citrus (oranges, lemons, grapefruit, limes, mandarin oranges, clemantines, tangerines, etc), grapes, pomegranates, figs, papaya, avocados, plums, persimmons, and melons (watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, etc). Zero sodium/zero sugar. recipesforsustenance I'm the one that confirmed it with trader joes. I also ate out at Chipotle and had grilled veggie burritos without dairy. Im confused about butter. I just bought trader joe's salt free corn chips and hummus. It is best if rice is limited on LID. Tips for Less Stressful LID Food Preparation: **Always consult with your medical treatment team and follow their current food list during your LID**, Some blog readers reported their physicians told them to avoid beets during the LID- These chips contain mostly sweet potatos with some beet chips- if you have been advised to avoid beets- simply pick out the beet chips and save for another family member. If done right and portion controlled this should not affect my sugars too much so that gives me a ton of hope :) not only for me, but for those who are also diabetic and having to do the LID :) Purchased at Fresh Market. I am sooo tired of oatmeal :o) * Earth Balance Soy Free Buttery Spread - as you can tell from the name, there is no soy, no dairy, it is gluten and lactose free and vegan friendly - only down side is there is a teeeeennnnyy tiny bit of salt in it but less than 2% so I'm willing to risk it (plus it taste good!) I also used an awesome resource, LID Life Community (www.lidlifecommunity.org). Trader joes Unsalted organic white corn tortilla chips. This granola is delish! Good luck and remember LID is about 19 days out of a lifetime, and it's all to improve your chances of knocking this cancer down for good! I dont like to cook so a lot of these will be perfect for me. The LID Life Community has a Facebook group too. -Kitchen Basics unsalted vegetable stock (the only ready-made veggie stock I could find without salt added) Some of the items may be made in a factory that does make products with soy but as for the ingredient, they have products that do not contain these. It doesnt taste half bad. Oct 01, 2021 @ 20:23:05, First, I am sorry that your Thyroid Caner brought you to this point. I also used this product for my Chicken and Noodles recipe. recipesforsustenance Oct 14, 2022 @ 01:15:26, You are so welcome! Jan 19, 2022 @ 11:56:42. ~Wanda.. Best wishes! 3g sugar. When I finally woke up this morning I was SORE!!! So around 4am I crawled out of my bed where I was semi comfortable to get things ready to go to Seattle. (Didn't think to ask.) and I've seen it first hand: http://herdeztraditions.com/herdez/salsa_Chilpotle.aspx. You can microwave them for a quick meal. I ate a lot of the TJ Just Clusters cereal with their Coconut Milk (I'm a guy - cereal for every meal is always appropriate!). No lactose, no salt. Jul 04, 2017 @ 16:11:44. 19 Healthy Trader Joe's Foods Nutritionists Always Buy - Real Simple No iodized salt in Trader Joes Brand Products! Purchased at Harris Teeter grocery store- found in soup/stock section. Both also had a good selection of fruit popsicles and sorbet that would be LID friendly to sooth any sweet tooth. The hamburger patty tasted as if it had no salt/seasoning and if it did, it was very minimal. Sweet!!!!!!! We are starting on the LID on Monday for his second scan. It is very hard to find foods that are okay on LID. Best wishes! Make sure you read labels. That site has been so helpful in finding food items that dont contain iodine. I have been going out of my mind trying to find something to eat. Shiner Bock Beer beer, wine, and alcohol are allowed on LID. Also, is sparkling water ok to drink? I've been using the trader joes album along with the other albums and want to thank everyone who has worked so diligently putting them together butit's still hard. I know she is not out of the woods yet, but I know she is on her road to recovery :) I also asked her docs yesterday about taking extra precautions after my RAI if I should take a few extra days staying away from grandma since she just had this surgery but they assured me that after my 7 days of isolation I would pose no risk to grandma anymore than I would any other non-pregnant adult! I do most of my shopping at Trader Joe's and only get a few from the local markets. Progresso Unsalted Chicken Broth contain no added salt. Best wishes! Some brands contain salt, so read labels. Plan to use this seasoning after the LID! Yes!!! I am staying between 75-96 consistently since I started the LID! Here is a quick run down of the items so that if any one is near these stores they can run out and get this stuff too! , recipesforsustenance I've used these before and love themthey're GMO free, BPA free and no preservatives including citric acid. Have questions about navigating your Inspire support community or need assistance from one of our Inspire Moderators? Trader joes Unsalted organic white corn tortilla chips. Trader Joses Chicken & Green Chile Tamales these tamales do not contain cheese or iodized salt. Uncle Bens Ready Rice Brown Basmati it is said that basmati rice is the best rice for LID because it has a lower amount of naturally occurring iodine. I plan to use disposable plates/bowls/cups/utencils so that they can just be put in the trashno exposure. I left for Seattle around 6am and finally got home around 8pm last night! There's also a great Facebook group for LID. I figured I married him for better or worse, at least we can do this part of the journey together. The ingredients of the shreds are: Filtered water, tapioca flour, expeller pressed non-GMO canola and/or safflower oil, coconut oil, pea protein, salt, vegan natural flavours, inactive yeast, vegetable glycerin, xanthan gum, citric acid (vegan, for flavour), titanium dioxide (a naturally occurring mineral). Hey all, I understand I can have about 6oz or less of a meat or organic chicken while on the LID. When possible, I have added photos of our meals, pictures of food ingredients and links to recipes. She made it through surgery now the healing process can begin and he can be by her side again! Turned out the diet was way worse than the RAI. I recently had a totally thyroidectomy and am now starting the LID in 2 days. The ingredients listed are only rice and water. Your body needs salt to live and if you do not consume salt, there will be severe consequences. -Enjoy life semi-sweet mini chips (dairy, nut, & soy free) There are some restrictions on certain kinds of beans, but black beans and garbanzos are considered to be fine. Last blood work my TSH was .14.what does that mean? Customer Relations Lots of LID friendly Grocery products discovered! I have been making my own bread but like knowing I have this in the freezer. Hi! He came back and said they use uniodized salt in the their products, so they should all be ok!! Kosher Publix Non-Dairy Creamer My store brand plain non-dairy creamer did not contain salt or seaweed products (carrageenan), but the other flavors did. You mix it with water to make a creamy coconut milk. I hope your hubbys RAI is completely successful and he has minimal side-effects. Search Google Maps Trader joes sodium free whole wheat bread its actually pretty good i just sprayed some olive oil on it and had it with egg whites for lunch very good. This list is amazing!! I guess I am a little frustrated as it seems that no matter what I want to eat, there is some list somewhere that says NO! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. I guess Im just nervous and dont want to mess up. undefined will no longer be visible to you including posts, replies, and photos. Best wishes! Take care and good luck! I got some unsalted veggies, unsalted tomato sauce, fresh tomatoes, green onions, sweet onions, avocados, granny smith apples, imitation butter to make that butter in the book, fresh blackberries, some fruit squish'ems! The doc said she would have the intubation tube and on a breathing machine until last night or this morning, and her drainage tube in her chest (they found fluid in her lung during the surgery) would be in until they got the fluid out or up to 2 days. They do use sea salt in some of their products, but it is specifiedin the ingredients lists. Read labels. Did you contact the sellers to make sure of the type of salt they used? Very supportive group. Egg Beaters 100% Egg Whites Whole eggs and egg yolks are not allowed on LID, but egg whites are fine. Aug 22, 2021 @ 23:55:08. I am a mediocre cook at best so making my own foods for the next 2 weeks is going to be rough. We had also packed up cheese and peanut butter crackers for snacks, girl scout thin mint cookies and some "cuties". I have cancer and am doing the radioactive iodine treatment next week. Unsalted/ Low Iodine Products We Used - Blogger From clothing to flowers to wine, you can purchase just about anything Fair Trade.Notable brands like Athletica, Patagonia, Kashi Foods, Honest Tea, and select products from Whole Foods, Aldi, Trader Joe's, General Mills, and Kroger have joined the Fair Trade movement. Sincerely, Any hints / tips would be so appreciated. I thought I'd ask about the salt in their products, and this was their response: I don't use milk or creamer in my coffee but use too so I know that it's tough to go without. I have had my surgeries and find out on Tuesday about treatment, but am sure I will have scanThanks again. The David brand does not contained iodized salt. After we ate lunch and visited a bit, we all walked outside for a smoke break and to keep from being so stiff just sitting and waiting. Jun 04, 2019 @ 20:51:50. The instant ones have sodium. Most Thomas Bagel Thins are also LID-friendly. Also I would like to have some bread or bagel but I guess I get confused when I read Thomas Bagels and it says it contains soy but yet its soybean, but not sure if that is soybean oil which we can have or soy beans. Try not to worry about messing up. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. I hope RAI went well and you are recovering well. Here is a sample of vegetables you can eat: asparagus, artichokes, mushrooms, cabbage, carrots, radishes, lettuce, celery, bell peppers, kale, chiles (jalapenos, serranos, habaneros, poblano, New Mexican, Anaheim, cubanelles, Hatch, etc), tomatoes, cucumbers, potatoes (skin must be removed), turnips, turnip greens, broccoli, cauliflower, peas, spinach, eggplant, mustard greens, squash (zucchini, yellow squash, Hubbard, spaghetti squash, acorn, pumpkin, butternut, etc), Brussels sprouts, green beans, collards, parsnips, okra, Swiss chard, rutabaga, jicama, kohlrabi, snow peas, rapini, bok choy, beets, corn, tomatillos, etc, Thank you so much for this posting, and all the work you did! Or should I stick to veg only or organic chicken? Yes, an employee will gladly go around the store with you to help you with restrictions. Original and Lightly Salted Original Pringles are both LID-safe. Ive learned so much and am glad I can share my recipes and experiences with others. I cannot say enough about how much this website is helping me both emotionally and information wise!
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