Is DIM Good for Your Thyroid?

The thyroid is a small gland that plays a big role in regulating your metabolism, energy, and hormone balance. If you’re experiencing thyroid issues like fatigue or weight changes, you may be wondering what to do next. One solution worth exploring is DIM, which has been gaining attention for its potential benefits in hormone regulation and thyroid health.

Dr. Enrique G. Jacome is the founder of Pellecome. As a board-certified OB-GYN, Dr. Jacome has always recognized the need for natural solutions to hormonal imbalances. Pellecome creates and distributes hormone-supporting treatments, including DIM I3C supplements, through our nationwide network of providers. Let’s explore how DIM I3C could benefit your thyroid.

How DIM Affects Estrogen and Thyroid Health

DIM is a natural compound derived from I3C, which is found in cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower. One of its main functions is to regulate estrogen metabolism. 

Estrogen can influence thyroid health – especially in women, who are more likely to experience thyroid issues. When your estrogen levels are too high, they can lead to thyroid disorders like goiter or even thyroid cancer. DIM shifts estrogen metabolism in a way that reduces the production of harmful estrogen forms and increases protective ones. 

In a clinical study, patients with thyroid conditions took DIM supplements for two weeks. DIM was detected in their thyroid tissues, showing that it can act directly on the thyroid. The study also found improvements in estrogen balance, which suggests that DIM may play a part in reducing the risk of estrogen-related thyroid disorders¹.

Why Choose DIM for Thyroid Support?

If you are a woman, your risk of developing thyroid conditions is five to eight times higher than men². Pregnancy, menopause, and other hormonal changes increase your vulnerability to these disorders. DIM is a way to regulate estrogen levels and potentially reduce thyroid-related risks.

Pellecome’s DIM I3C supplement supports estrogen metabolism to help you better manage thyroid issues linked to hormonal imbalance. Incorporating DIM into your routine could be a simple step toward better thyroid health.

Take Control of Your Thyroid Health

Pellecome’s high-quality supplements, including DIM I3C, are backed by Dr. Jacome’s decades of experience in hormone balance. Our team creates natural solutions that promote healthy estrogen metabolism and correct hormonal imbalances.

Want to learn more about DIM I3C and how it may be able to support your thyroid? Visit our Pellecome provider locator to find a participating doctor near you.

1. Rajoria S, Suriano R, Parmar PS, Wilson YL, Megwalu U, Moscatello A, et al. 3,3’-diindolylmethane modulates estrogen metabolism in patients with thyroid proliferative disease: a pilot study. Thyroid [Internet]. 2011;21(3):299–304. Available from: http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/thy.2010.0245 
2. General information/press room [Internet]. American Thyroid Association. 2012 [cited 2024 Oct 4]. Available from: https://www.thyroid.org/media-main/press-room/