20 Favorite Breakfast Recipes for Hashimoto’s

But what about intermittent fasting (IF)? 

Intermittent fasting is a hot topic right now. You’ve likely seen health personalities promoting it for its fat-burning benefits.

And while I don’t believe in blanket-statement health choices for everyone, I am strong to caution women when it comes to intermittent fasting.

First of all, most of the scientific research behind the benefits of intermittent fasting has been done on male subjects. In fact, out of seventy-one studies found in Harvard’s database for intermittent fasting, only thirteen include women at all. 

Historically, men experience a boost in metabolic activity during periods of fasting. Women’s bodies, however, respond differently to food scarcity. Women’s metabolisms typically slow down to conserve energy and store fat in order to survive a potential long-term famine. This means intermittent fasting may not work well for female bodies.

In fact, women may experience up to a 50 percent increase in cortisol and a decrease in insulin sensitivity as a result of intermittent fasting. This means that intermittent fasting could actually be contributing to hormonal imbalance and weight gain in women.

Particularly for women with thyroid disease or imbalance, a reduction in caloriesmay cause your thyroid to produce less thyroid hormones. This is the body’s way of protecting itself against what it thinks might be a famine. The decrease in thyroid hormone production not only causes your metabolism to slow down, but it creates further hormonal imbalance.

So, adding a nutrient-dense breakfast can make a world of difference when you’re struggling with Hashimoto’s!

Here are 20 Favorite Breakfast Recipes for Hashimoto’s

Vegetable Frittata (you might be thinking, “but aren’t we supposed to avoid eggs when we have Hashi’s?” The quick answer is “no”. Unless you have an egg allergy, then eggs can be a part of a thyroid and immune system healing diet.

Sausage Hash with Carrots (you can serve this with a fried egg on top!)

Strawberry Protein Shake (I reocmmend adding some bacon or sausage on the side so you’ll have enough calories to get going for the day)

Apple Cider Pancakes 

Strawberry Lemonade Muffins

Homemade Sausage 

Apple, Bacon, and Sausage Breakfast Skillet 

Browned Butter Banana Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel 

Tomato and Bacon Hash

Slow-Cooker Breakfast Sausage Casserole 

Chocolate Cheesecake Protein Shake 

Blueberry Streusel Muffins

Bacon, Potato and Broccoli Frittata

Lemon Poppyseed Muffins

Baked Eggs in Prosciutto Cups

Pecan Coconut Muffins

Creamed Kale and Eggs

Granola Bars (I’d add some eggs, bacon, sausage, or even a smoothie on the side so you’ll have enough calories to start the day)

Easy Blender Pancakes

Homemade Coffee Creamer – I know this isn’t a full breakfast recipe but, if you’re using store-bought coffee creamer each morning, this is a great way to level up your morning and skip the synthetic flavors and preservatives.