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Why an Indian Takeaway Might Be the Perfect Hypothyroid-Friendly Meal

I had the most delicious dinner out with my husband last night—our favourite Indian restaurant, all warm lighting and comforting smells.

And as I sat there, tucking into my lamb chole malabar, I couldn’t help thinking…

We’ve been sold such a narrow definition of “healthy,” haven’t we?

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The Myth: Takeaways Are Always Unhealthy

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So many women I work with feel guilt around ordering in or going out to eat.

Especially when dealing with Hashimoto’s or hypothyroidism, it’s easy to worry that restaurant meals are loaded with ingredients that throw our systems off.

We can get scared of going out and enjoying ourselves.

But here’s the truth: when you know what to look for, Indian food can be one of the best options out there.

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What Makes It Work

Here’s why it’s such a great fit:

• Rich in Protein – Lamb, chicken, goat, or fish-based dishes give you a satisfying, energising hit of protein that keeps blood sugar steady and supports thyroid health.
• Naturally Gluten-Free – Many dishes are made without wheat, especially if you avoid the naan. Many things use flour made from ground chickpeas, not grains.
• Cooked in Ghee – Good Indian restaurants often use ghee, a clarified butter that's gentle on digestion and supports brain health (and it tastes divine).
• Warming Spices – Turmeric, ginger, cumin, and coriander aren’t just flavourful—they’re nourishing to a sluggish metabolism.
• Vegetable-Rich Sides – Think lentil dals, sautéed greens, and slow-cooked aubergine. Comforting, filling, and full of fibre.

Last night, I skipped the rice and instead had a side of warm dal packed with veggies.

I didn’t feel like I was missing out—I felt satisfied, nourished, and full of energy.

A Breakfast Revelation

Here’s something else I’ve started doing
(thanks to my husband reporting back soon this after his recent trip to India where this is common):

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​Leftover curry for breakfast.

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Yep. Forget cereal and toast.!!

Reheating the leftovers we brought home in a doggy bag from last night’s lamb curry sets me up with a protein-rich start that keeps my energy high for hours.

It’s easy, satisfying, and a million miles from the blood sugar crashes that come with the “normal” breakfast foods we’re sold.

You just need to think outside the box a little...

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What This Really Comes Down To…

You don’t have to choose between enjoying food, enjoying life and supporting your thyroid.

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You just need to get smart about what’s actually nourishing.

So next time you’re craving a takeaway?

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​Go ahead.

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Pick a dish with real meat, good fat, no weird additives, and some cooked veg—and enjoy every bite.

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Indian food isn’t just a treat—it fits beautifully into the way of eating I teach inside my 28-day Hypothyroid Weight & Energy Plan.
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It’s about simple, delicious meals that support your energy, your metabolism, and your life.

Because living with Hashimoto’s doesn’t mean living with restriction.
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It just means learning how to nourish yourself in ways that feel good—and taste even better.

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Love,
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