trader joes low iodine foods

The Key Lime Flavor is my favorite. I found some canned green beans no saltyet sodium read 15mgis that OK to eat? : ), thank you ,thank you, my best wishes for you, recipesforsustenance Tomatoes in a can? Jul 15, 2019 @ 02:04:12. Make sure to check out http://www.lidlifecommunity.org. Zero % sodium; low sugar. * Can't seem to find the Rich's coffee Richand noticed there is soy in coffee mate. Very supportive group. My doctor recently decreased my levo and increased my cytomel due to severe body aches. Some Daiya cheese substitutes contain sea salt, but some do not. - Oregon, or Salt Lake City, or even somewhere else in Idaho?) Im so glad you found the site useful. thanks for this super helpful Im so happy I have more options not having time and not knowing how to cook makes it difficult this is my second time doing the lid diet Im on day 2 =) missing coffee oatmeal and reg eggs and mayonnaise manly lol =) and the fact that I cant go out i have to cook all but hey I did it once I will do it again =), recipesforsustenance 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). So I made a trail mix for my snack kashi cereal pinapple chips dried fruit and dark chocolate chips and almonds .. are dark chocolate chips ok they have no milk or salt I got them at trader joes and does any one know about coconut milk in a can can I use that in my coffee. In fact, cup of cooked brown rice only has 1mcg. But Im just eating a lot of basmati rice, unsalted French fries, baked potatoes (not skin) unsalted tortilla chips, unsalted pretzels, Hellmans Vegan Mayo, Hash browns, and egg whites. Its easy to do in the crockpot. I think I can handle natural pb and banana's for sandwiches often but I probably need a little more in the option category. Purchased at Whole Foods. Ive learned so much and am glad I can share my recipes and experiences with others. if iodized salt is used, it's supposed to be listed as such. (LogOut/ Get the second one if you want to use it in coffee. I figured I married him for better or worse, at least we can do this part of the journey together. I just added some kosher salt to it to make it taste more like regular ketchup. potassium iodide is the iodine in iodized salt. Read labels. Between 2008 and 2012 I purchased all my dairy products there because they were cheaper than the regular grocery store. It's good to know, because getting enough sodium on any diet is healthy. Have questions about navigating your Inspire support community or need assistance from one of our Inspire Moderators? The beddo I wash the sheets, throw them awaywhat? I will survive this too :) Just another bump in the road :) I found on another site that the chicken chile verde burritos were safe for LID, but looking at the ingredients, it has enriched flour and I thought that was on the do not eat list. Keeping a good thought for you! I have yet to run into a large manufacturer who uses iodized salt in their products. Prior to discovering the iodine connection, I thought I was eating more healthfully with spinach, seafood, nuts, strawberries, yogurt, etc. It does melt and add a cheese-like creaminess. 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. Filled with seasoned ground beef, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and salsa, tacos make for a quick and easy meal. recipesforsustenance Should I be drinking distilled water? Plus, I was still recuperating from the total thyroidectomy, so I was exhausted and having to cook everything from scratch. Search Google Maps Trader joes Dry roasted and unsalted pistachios. This is a low iodine diet, not a no salt diet. Vegetables lots and lots of fresh vegetables. Kitchen Basics Unsalted Beef Stock this stock is delicious. I've been determined to find good stuff to eat on this irritating LID diet. As stated many times their own made products use non-iodine salt. When do you stop driving after going HYPO? Im so sorry your son is going through this. recipesforsustenance Any insight? ? Youve made it so easy. Hi everyone! ThyCa: Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Association, Inc. They have 16 g of carbs, 2g dietary fiber, 11g sugar, and 3g protein. I love Trader Joe's! Zero sodium- make sure they are "old fashioned" and not INSTANT! -Trader Joe's unsalted nuts (I like the "Just a Handful of Dry Roasted Unsalted Almonds"-- they come in individual serving packs--great for a quick snack) What are the chances? Tostitos Tortilla Chips Frito-Lay does not use iodized salt in/on their products. I found Muir Glen makes a salt-free basil flavored canned tomato sauce and I picked up 2 cans but would love some feedback on if it is ok from other people's experience. I have a Trader Joes and Whole Foods nearby, as well as a local health food store. She got the intubation tube out last night and came off the breathing machine!!! Best of luck to you! Of course, you should follow the directions for LID your doctor gave you. I don't think the ground beef is USDA organic, but it is from TJs. Their customer service is superb, so feel free to contact them if you want to be extra sure. Hello all real quick question. Many thanks, recipesforsustenance In addition to Club crackers, Keebler Zesta saltines, Town House Original crackers , Graham crackers are also fine. * Unsalted canned veggies (black beans, corn, etc) Also wondering about flavored non-dairy creameris it safe? Glenny's Cashew & Almond Whole Fruit and Nut Bar Kosher I hope all goes well with your low iodine diet and second treatment. Original and Lightly Salted Original Pringles are both LID-safe. LID is not easy, but Im glad I could help make it a little less stressful for you. I learn more each time I do LID and want to share because I know how hard it can be. This put the surgery off until 11am. Amy Purchased at Whole Foods. Ill keep a good thought for him (and you). recipesforsustenance *I was looking for no salt foods. Zero sodium/zero sugar. Water, tomato, tomato paste, vinegar, iodized salt, onion, Chilpotle peppers, coriander, soybean oil, sugar, garlic powder, xanthan gum, caramel color and spices. It's good to know, because getting enough sodium on any diet is healthy. My husband with diagnose and we are starting his LID diet. Sincerely, Of course, there may be regional differences so you should always check the ingredients list. Any hints / tips would be so appreciated. Texas Pete Hot Sauce I was pretty excited when I found out I could have this hot sauce while on LID. I had my second go around with being on a LID for the last 3 weeks. -I made the lemon pesto rice with portabello mushrooms-I used brown basmati rice (whole foods brand), substituted walnuts for almonds (since I had a whole bag of walnuts on hand), and used Braggs premium nutritional yeast seasoning (found at whole foods). I've noticed I've been jittery and feeling anxious today My hearts feels like its racing and I'm a bit short of breath at times.not sure of its what I'm eating/not eating or my meds. Best wishes to you, as well. :). Am I missing something with Trader Joes? Uncle Ben's Ready Rice Brown Rice - Iodine occurs naturally in rice. Purchased at Fresh Market. It comprises a peninsula surrounded by the North Sea (west), the Waddenzee (north), and the IJsselmeer (Lake IJssel; east). Coffee Mate Natural Bliss Coconut Milk Creamer (Sweet Creme) One of the few non-dairy coffee creamers I have found that is vegan and does not contain seaweed products or sea salt. http://www.traderjoes.com/about/index.asp. My husband is on LID for the first time, and youve helped tremendously! My understanding is that it is only the items with the Trader Joe's label. Ingredients: apples, strawberries, apple juice concentrate, blackberry puree concentrate, natural flavor, red raspberry juice concentrate and ascorbic acid. Planning ahead for LID helped me a lot. You can do it, though! I am so happy that I found this site! Kosher salt can be easily found in the grocery store next to the table salt. Papillary and follicular thyroid cancer (differentiated), Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 (MEN2), Mental challenges of living with thyroid cancer, ThyCa fundraising and thyroid cancer research grants, http://www.traderjoes.com/about/index.asp, https://www.inspire.com/groups/thyca-thyroid-cancer-survivors-association/discussion/no-iodized-salt-in-trader-joes-brand-products/. Products I Used on LID | On a Butterfly's Wings What worked for you? Once grandma had been wheeled off for surgery, the rest of us went down to the cafeteria to have lunch. I also ate out at Chipotle and had grilled veggie burritos without dairy. I loved their unsalted tortilla chips, and the unsalted nuts at TJ's were the best!! Feb 16, 2021 @ 21:03:58. I use Morton's kosher salt in my kitchen, everyday. We start the diet on the 11th. The David brand does not contained iodized salt. She made it through surgery now the healing process can begin and he can be by her side again! A reading of the labels of the stuff listed showed no salt, no dairy and no soy (the big "3" to avoid in my opinion). Good luck to you! I also like their Organic unsalted tortilla chips! Started LID yesterday. Kind Regards, Tonya E. Parker, Quality Assurance Manager, TW Garner Food Company., Thai Kitchen Red Curry Paste -I use this for curries and soups. Are you sure you want to block this member? I'm getting ready for the LID and love trader joes products. It was runny (less so if kept in the fridge) and it just didnt taste right. Oct 14, 2022 @ 01:15:26, You are so welcome! Im back on the LID diet. Uncle Ben's 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. RAI I found 3 kinds of Lara Bars that are ok (1 has dates and cashews only and it doesn't say they are salted). Thank you for this post! (Didn't think to ask.) Im scheduled for a Scan as well! I recently read that they don't like you to use the canned no salt added tomato products because of the way they treat the can. It's called "Let's Do Organic" creamed, unsweetened coconut. I went to Trader Joe's and they know nothing about this No Salt whole wheat breadthey even checked the computer at the store?? Im glad I found this site. Im so happy my blog was helpful to you. Uncle Bens Ready Rice Brown Rice Iodine occurs naturally in rice. Beef flavor bouillon. Lots of Hugs as Always, Thank you for this post. Low Iodine Diet aka LID - What can I eat? - Cancer SURVIVOR I know it's a low iodine dietso I am hoping with moderationI'm good. I have had my surgeries and find out on Tuesday about treatment, but am sure I will have scanThanks again. undefined will no longer be visible to you including posts, replies, and photos. I dug out my back pack and started filling it up with things I thought I would need for a long day in Seattle! Hi Suzi, We do not used iodized salt in our Thai Kitchen or Simply Asia products. I used quite a few things from Trader Joes thanks to Kareylynns posting! I loved the no salt chips and salsa. I am wondering how did you determine if the foods listed had iodine salt in them?? Please check back and let me know how you are doing. -Kitchen Basics unsalted vegetable stock (the only ready-made veggie stock I could find without salt added) http://cookieandkate.com Ill keep yall in my thoughts. I tried to be as strict with the LID as possible. These last two are "finds" for the LID list :) This sure helped! Customer Relations We are starting the 2nd round of the LID diet for my husband to start his radioactive iodine treatment next month. They are till cheaper on a lot of things but they have also had to raise their prices because of the catastrophes going on in the USA in recent years (floods, droughts, bird flu, etc.). Doing RAI at home. Karey, I have been to Whole foods, and Wal-mart, on my way to Trader Joes to see if they have any there. Both my husband and I have thyroid cancer, his being Papillary and mine Follicular. Other lists (NIH) say foods with milk ingredients are allowed in very small amounts. For some of the products I contacted the manufacturers via Facebook or by phone to ask about the type of salt they used. By the time we got back up there I think we were there about 20 minutes before the doctor came out to let us know everything went great in surgery and that grandma was already up in the ICU recovering from surgery! As long as it does not contain dairy or other banned ingredients, chocolate is fine for LID. They have a list of safe foods. If I wasn't as strict with the LID (starting it sooner and eliminating as much iodine as possible) then my RAI treatment would have been delayed even longer. I asked the waitress where the veggies came from and she told me they were from a jar and contained salt. 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! What a great site! 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.