Ep. 234: Do You Really Have to Take Thyroid Medication on an Empty Stomach?
My Thyroid Health21 Loka 2025

Ep. 234: Do You Really Have to Take Thyroid Medication on an Empty Stomach?

For decades, doctors have told patients with hypothyroidism to take their thyroid medication first thing in the morning — on an empty stomach — and wait up to an hour before eating or drinking coffee. ☕ But is that the only way to make your thyroid meds work?

In this episode, we break down the science behind thyroid medication absorption — and reveal what recent research says about timing flexibility. You’ll learn why food, coffee, calcium, and iron can interfere with your medication, and how alternative dosing schedules may make life easier without sacrificing effectiveness.

💊 We cover:

  • Why the “empty stomach” rule became standard advice

  • How much absorption actually changes with food or coffee

  • What studies show about taking thyroid medication with breakfast

  • The growing evidence supporting bedtime dosing

  • How to space supplements like iron and calcium for best results

  • Why consistency is the most important factor of all

🎧If you’re tired of the morning medication routine, tune in to find out if this episode could change how you take your thyroid pills for good.


LEARN MORE

You can learn more about the topic at the Paloma blog:

Morning Thyroid Medication: Fasting or With Breakfast?

https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/morning-thyroid-medication-fasting-breakfast


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