jani, unless we have to be on the diet, you still avoid iodine products? I figured I married him for better or worse, at least we can do this part of the journey together. 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. https://onabutterflyswings.wordpress.com/tag/vegan/, http://thyca.org/download/document/229/Cookbook1pgEng.pdf, http://lidlifecommunity.org/countries/phillipines, https://lidlifecommunity.org/countries/usa/usa-foods/usa-breakfast/usa-other-breakfast/#jp-carousel-8956, https://thyca.org/download/document/408/LIDSlides.pdf, Follicular Variant of Papillary Thyroid Cancer. So knowing that, grandpa was extremely relieved knowing grandma was in the ICU now and was on her way to recovery! It's called "Let's Do Organic" creamed, unsweetened coconut. Also, it was easier once I figured out that the vast majority of food products do not contain iodized salt. I think I will deserve comfort. Im so glad you found the site useful. 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. Im so sorry your son is going through this. Trader joes organic brown rice penne pasta sodium free. Get the second one if you want to use it in coffee. I think I was so hypo the first time I made a few mistakesNow that I'm doing my 6 month WBS I guess I'll find out how bad those mistakes were! Elmhurst Milked Cashews This stuff is delicious! Just check the labels. Im so happy my blog was helpful to you. The ThyCa: Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Association Support Community connects patients, families, friends and caregivers for support and inspiration. When do you stop driving after going HYPO? Ive been having anxiety on what else I could include on the LID diet I just started! I went over to the Nutrisystem site and looked at ingredient lists for several foods they sell and they were full of non-allowed ingredients (like sea salt, dairy, soy). * Yumnuts - dry roasted and flavored (but NO SALT!) 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). You are welcome! Also, available in Beef flavored bouillon- both are. 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 . -Pacific all natural hemp non-dairy beverage (vanilla)--this does not contain soy, sea salt, or carrageenans (sea weed), ingredients that every other dairy-free milk label that I have read seems to have. Oct 11, 2015 4:24 PM. 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. -Trader Joe's Organic Banana Chips Trader Joes Unsulfured Dried Apricots I used these dried apricots in a nut and dried fruit snack mix that contained unsalted almonds, pecans, sunflower seeds, raisins, and dried apricots. 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. A few other bonuses are that a lot of this stuff is gluten free and organic. Today was my first day and I was feeling SO overwhelmed. They were a bit pricey for the quantity, so dried beans are always a good option (but they take forever to cook!) I feel like I'm eating too many carbs and not enough protein. Do you know if pop tarts contain iodine? * Can't seem to find the Rich's coffee Richand noticed there is soy in coffee mate. I just made a big pot of LID soup with tap water and hoping its still ok! Sincerely, "low sodium"; Zero sodium; I added kosher salt to the jar. This put the surgery off until 11am. As stated many times their own made products use non-iodine salt. Vegetables lots and lots of fresh vegetables. 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 :) I got some ground beef at Trader Joe's this past weekend just to eat. The ingredients of the mozzarella style shreds I posted 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) per their website. Riced Cauliflower Stir Fry. I'm going to Trader Joe's later to (hopefully) find some good snacks I'm allowed. The company does not use iodized salt in the products that contain salt and they do not use carrageenan. Organic Bragg's Hawaiian fat free apple cider and tropical fruits with ginger dressing. Things are going to be okay. You can do it, though! NO salt. I hope everything is going well for you. Note- Nutrition facts label shows 0% sodium while the front of pkg says I cant image. Is it really helpful to place plastic around computers and phones. Maybe 5 minutes after eating it I crashed hard, I slept so hard I did not take my night pills and did not wake up until my son woke me up at 6:45am this morning and then I promptly fell asleep until 11:30 am!!! https://thyca.org/download/document/408/LIDSlides.pdf. It is a low iodine diet, not a no iodine diet. I have been dreading this low iodine diet and no hormones for weeks and now it's here - and I know it's going to hard. Aug 19, 2019 @ 23:49:39. Their organic fruit leathers are good too!! Also, check the ingredients list for other no-no's like eggs, dairy, etc. Hi! I love Trader Joe's! If they are, which ones? , recipesforsustenance Also, some food suggestions help too. 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! The David brand does not contained iodized salt. and I've seen it first hand: http://herdeztraditions.com/herdez/salsa_Chilpotle.aspx. Trader joes Dry roasted and unsalted pistachios. I also used an awesome resource, LID Life Community (www.lidlifecommunity.org). Thanks all ! That's right- we're from the south! I have a 17 year old son too. I called the manufacturer and they gave me distributors in Boise to call and none of them have it. Im not a big beer drinker, but I did use Shiner Bock to make beer bread. - Oregon, or Salt Lake City, or even somewhere else in Idaho?) Last blood work my TSH was .14.what does that mean? I don't think the ground beef is USDA organic, but it is from TJs. Knowing myself, I would feel bad if I didn't follow the LID to the best of my ability. Apr 10, 2016 @ 12:20:27, You are most welcome! There may be regional differences in ingredients, so always check. I plan to just stay basic and eat fresh fruit, veggies, nuts, and beef/chicken. 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! SO good that I'm planning to continue with these products and a few others found at other stores such as: Daiya brand cheese shreds, Kirkland's Dark Chocolate Super Fruits (at Costco) and a product called Just Mayo. I just thought I would pass it on because it almost felt too good to be true - Trader Joe's and Chipotle??!! I was shopping for bread in Trader Joes, and one of their employees offered to call and see which ones were low iodine. Milan says, "It's such a nice treat to start off a new weekand they're usually always under $7!" This was heaven sent! I will do everything I can for the RAI treatment to work its' best to erradicate any remaining thyroid cells in my body. 18 g whole grain. The only downside is that the products are a bit pricey. 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. Bonne Maman Cherry Preserves goes great with peanut butter. I've found a few products, through the help of this website and through scouring the shelves of grocery stores, that have made cooking and eating while on the LID diet a bit easier. Lots of sorbet options out there- most with zero sodium. It is flavored, but has no sweeteners and no sodium (LaCroix, Perrier, Trader Joe's sparkling water). = Rough. I have been making my own bread but like knowing I have this in the freezer. Thank you for your many comments and views. Its a brand new bed bought at christmasIt has a water proof bed lineris it safe or should I sleep on an airbed? Aug 22, 2021 @ 23:55:08. My husband with diagnose and we are starting his LID diet. So yesterday went shopping at 2 great (albeit pricey and sometimes hard to find) grocery stores and boy, I did good. I plan on going to trader Joe's to look for food tomorrow before I start the diet. Egg white with water for the wash. Matza meal with my salt, paprika and onion powder for the dredgecooked in a little hot oil. They have a list (with pictures) of LID-safe foods from the grocery store and even LID-safe food from restaurants. 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. They do carry some other brands, so make sure you have a Trader Joe's brand item. http://www.lidlifecommunity.org is a great resource if you need to do the diet again in the future. Lots of Hugs as Always, 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! I followed the guidelines from thyca.org (http://thyca.org/download/document/229/Cookbook1pgEng.pdf). * 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!) These TJ spreads do not contain any. Hope all is going well for you. The first time I did LID, I was miserable. Are you sure you want to block this member? Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. Amanda. Hi everyone! An airbed does not seem comfortable. Doc has me on LID for basically 5 weeks. Thank you in advance!! Original and Lightly Salted Original Pringles are both LID-safe. RAI I'm a 29-year old vegetarian living in DC, diagnosed with stage I papillary carcinoma a few months ago, and on week 1 of the LID diet. Thank you for these great ideas. potassium iodide is what you need to look for in salt (aside from sea salt). I left for Seattle around 6am and finally got home around 8pm last night! I hope LID got to be a little easier for you. Purchased at Harris Teeter grocery store- found in soup/stock section. Avoiding salt just to avoid iodine is counter-productive and not advisable. I loved their unsalted tortilla chips, and the unsalted nuts at TJ's were the best!! I knew there was more. Feb 26, 2017 @ 16:21:30. Shiner Bock Beer beer, wine, and alcohol are allowed on LID. Some brands contain salt, so read labels. I hope all goes well with LID and your RAI. It is giving me a headache all this throught into what used to be a normal life. Hi! I hope all goes well and that thyca hasnt returned. 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 AWAY FROM ANYTHING THAT STATES SEA SALT. Best wishes! I am having RAI next Friday.. 1st and Last!! The Tuscan Pane does not contain sea salt. My iodine level didn't drop enough when checked via blood work. Rice is also very low in iodine. Jan 19, 2022 @ 11:56:42. 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. 6 weeks is a long time to be on this diet. I worried about the salt or possible exposure to excess iodine, but since the meat did not taste like it had salt or seasoning at all I figured I should be pretty safe :) I had 16 days left before my RAI and I don't think that little bit of exposure if any will do much harm at least this far out :) I hope I am right! I also found a salad dressing/marinade. Zero sodium/zero sugar. This makes things so much easier!! , Pepperidge Farm Jewish Rye (Seedless or not) Bread . There are many ways to consume iodine unknowingly. Is that for fresh as they may have dye? Plus, frito-lay posts it on their website in FAQs that they do not use iodized salt. Trader Joes Tuscan Pane Bread although many of Trader Joes breads do not have dough conditioners in them, most contain sea salt. I was overwhelmed with what to make for my husbands upcoming radioactive iodine treatment. I went to Trader Joe's and they know nothing about this No Salt whole wheat breadthey even checked the computer at the store?? Tocopherol is a naturally occurring chemical element found in a variety of foods. Im doing my 3rd round of LID in 3 weeks, going on 5 years cancer free but theres still traces. Of everything that was there, I think I did pretty good all things considered! No sodium; 50 calories, 11g whole grain, gluten free. Feel crappy AND not eat comfort foods? Daiya dairy free cheese substitute shreds (mozzarella) Not all Daiya products are suitable for LID. All feedback will be appreciated. Trader joes made it so easy to find good tasting iodine free items. *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! You are welcome! . However, it's likely very safe for the LID. 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). Our first 21 days on the diet we pretty much followed the diet from the thyca cookbook and it was so hard. Thank you thank you thank you for this!!! Grandma was suppose to be in surgery at 9am, but because she had received blood a few weeks ago for a gastrointestinal bleed, they had to re-type and cross her blood before surgery. Apr 18, 2020 @ 03:42:37. I shopped there and talked to an employee that wasn't as informative or helpful . 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. Did the LID last year before my RAI, now preparing for WBS and Thyrogen. I burned all my energy and then some but I am thankful I went to be there for grandma and my family! The aches have improved but the rest of me feels strange. She got the intubation tube out last night and came off the breathing machine!!! FOR EXAMPLE: Frosted Shredded Wheat are ok to eat! I used quite a few things from Trader Joes thanks to Kareylynns posting! My understanding is that it is only the items with the Trader Joe's label. recipesforsustenance You are so welcome! This Earth Balance Soy Free product is mentioned by Daria on her LID Blog: :http://thelowiodinediet.blogspot.com/. La Banderita Corn Tortillas I dont know what I would have done without these tortillas. Thank you for your email. I am so glad I found this. Do you know of any other cheese substitutes? I hope RAI went well and you are recovering well. My dr told me I have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid, has goitre, lose weight etc) and she told me i should take *more* iodine rich food. 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. Also Enjoy Life chocolates, almond butter and grape jelly. 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! Wasnt given a large enough dose the first time ad the dr I had then didnt have me follow this diet beforehand. Jun 04, 2019 @ 20:51:50. Can anyone confirm.. Thanks in advance, Broccoli), -Black Bean Salad with Corn, Red Peppers, Avocado, -Roasted Cauliflower with Red Chile, Cilantro, and Lime, -Grilled Corn, Tomatoes and Avocado Salad. The amount varies by type of rice and where it was grown. 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. Ha ha! Thomas Bagels The plain, blueberry, onion, and cinnamon raisin flavors are all LID-friendly. They also have a Facebook group for support. REMEMBER: YOU SHOULD REVIEW YOUR LID WITH YOUR MEDICAL TEAM AND FOLLOW THEIR RECOMMENDATIONS. As i search thru the Web on the dos and donts i realised i should avoid it. Trader joes Dry roasted and unsalted pistachios. 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. Also, it MUST be the "Soy Free" variety." Pringles Original and Lightly Salted Original Pringles are both LID-safe. when in doubt, either leave it out, or send an email. My husband's RAI was 9/21/12 and his LID ended 48 hours later. Now that Ive read this, I know that I can do it. recipesforsustenance Best wishes!! Thanks!! Best wishes! Anyone besides me gluten free and facing the LID? Ingredients: Almonds, Cashews, Dates, Raisins, Honey, Brown Rice Syrup, Crisp Brown Rice, Flax Seed Powder, Sunflower Oil, Rosemary Extract, Tocopherol. Purchased at Fresh Market. Dole Fruit Squish'ems! We'll start with questions about LID and move onto questions about RAI. Fed ex 2nd day (wonder what that would cost?) What an arduous task to deal with while also dealing with a cancer diagnosis, and insurance stuff..I just keep looking until 1/28 when I will be done with the after RAI WBS and on to living until the next US in March. I typically drink tap water, or water from a Brita filter at home, and water from a water dispenser at the office (not sure what kind). I have also downloaded the LID Cookbook from the thy ca. Anyone know if that's a fact or if I an eat the bread I bought? recipesforsustenance Can radiation seep through plastic? We got this, recipesforsustenance Yes, Tostitos brand items are okay to eat on LID (as long as they do not contain any forbidden ingredients) Tostitos and Frito-Lays brand products do not contain iodized salt. -Trader Joe's Unsulphured dried mangos and pineapple 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 recipesforsustenance It's almost like an applesauce and they are YUMMY! I don't use milk or creamer in my coffee but use too so I know that it's tough to go without. Best wishes! They are Organic, low organic sugar, no coloring, no sodium, etc. I think So Delicious has a soy-free, LID-safe style cheese substitute. - 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!)