Someone taking thyroid medication should continue using it as prescribed rather than replacing it with fruit, seeds, teas, or supplements.
Papaya can still be part of breakfast.
Drugs & Medications
It simply belongs in the fruit bowl rather than the medicine cabinet.
Easy Papaya Lime Smoothie
If you prefer drinking your papaya, keep the whole pulp rather than straining it.
Ingredients
1½ cups ripe papaya
¾ cup plain yogurt
¾ cup cold water or unsweetened milk
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon chia seeds
½ teaspoon fresh ginger, optional
5 ice cubes
Instructions
Add everything to a blender.
Blend until creamy.
If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash of water.
Serve immediately.
There is usually no need for additional sugar.
For an even lighter version, replace half a cup of papaya with cucumber.
How to Choose a Ripe Papaya
Look for papaya that is beginning to turn yellow or orange rather than remaining completely green.
A ripe fruit should yield slightly when gently pressed.
