I am 38 years old, weigh 76 kg, and am 5.9 inch tall. I take 25 mcg Thyronorm for mildly elevated thyroid levels, a dosage that was initially suggested during my pregnancy in 2016 to maintain TSH around 3 to 4. About 8 months ago, my TSH rose slightly above the range (5.4), and I continued the same dosage. I recently learned about the health benefits of basil seeds and have started consuming 2 teaspoons of soaked basil seeds in lemon water daily. However, I read that people with thyroid issues should consult their doctor before taking them. I also have high cholesterol. Could you please advise whether it is safe for me to continue taking basil seeds daily?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Taking 2 tsp of soaked basil seeds daily is usually safe, even if you have thyroid or high cholesterol. They can support digestion, blood sugar, and lipid levels, but should not be taken close to your thyroid medicine. Maintain at least a 2 hour gap between your Thyronorm and basil seeds. Keep tracking your thyroid and cholesterol values every 6 months.

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Take a Thyroid Profile (T3 T4 TSH) Test Test or Take a Lipid Profile Test Test

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