--- title: "Diet and Hyperthyroidism | Sutter Health" description: "I recently was diagnosed with Graves's disease. I also have gluten intolerance and have been eating some gluten foods. Do you think that my diet contributed to hyperthyroidism?" url: "/ask-an-expert/answers/diet-hyperthyroidism-1051061409" --- 1. Home / 2. Diet and Hyperthyroidism # Diet and Hyperthyroidism * * * Medically reviewed by - Deborah Kurzrock, R.D. ## Question I recently was diagnosed with Graves's disease. I also have gluten intolerance and have been eating some gluten foods. Do you think that my diet contributed to hyperthyroidism? ## Answer I do not think that your diet contributed to your condition of hyperthyroidism. There is no relation between the two conditions that I am aware of. Graves disease is an immune system disorder that results in the over production of thyroid hormones. Thyroid hormones affect a number of different body systems including metabolism, heart and nervous system function, muscle strength and body temperature. Gluten intolerance is a digestive condition triggered by eating gluten. You did not mention if you have Celiac disease or a sensitivity to gluten. Celiac disease can be diagnosed by a blood test that detects antibodies that are present when a person with celiac disease has eaten gluten. Although the two are not related, they can both be helped by diet and healthy eating choices. ## Explore related topics Digestive healthGluten Sensitivity and IntoleranceNutrition ## Related questions View all questions - Health Q&A ### Thyroid Disease and Heart Disease Correlation Thyroid disease and heart disease have a high correlation. Why don't heart patients routinely get an endocrine work up? - Health Q&A ### Celiac Disease and Lactose Intolerance: Can enzymes help? 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