Diet alone does not always help. If you have functional hypothyroidism, it can be helpful. However, you need to correct the reason for the hypothyroidism, and for those people who are hypo because of autoimmune disease, iodine can make matters worse. Yes, it's true that iodine defiency is the primary cause of hypothyroidism in developing countries, but that isn't the case here in the US. Iodine can actually cause an increase in antibodies in Hashimoto's patients, thus worsening one's symptoms.

Anyone with thyroid issues should seek the assistance of a qualified medical professional WHO IS FAMILIAR WITH treating such things - just because someone is an endocrinologist doesn't make them an expert in thyroid disorders; seek a referral and work with someone who knows what they're doing. Otherwise, you end up frustrated, sick, or if you're like me, HOSPITALIZED because of an angry little butterfly shaped gland in my neck.