Your thyroid and adrenal glands regulate some of your body's most important functions; your thyroid manages metabolism, while the adrenal glands are responsible for your stress response (among other things). Fortunately, by making good lifestyle choices and increasing your intake of healthy nutrients, you can promote adrenal and thyroid health. Follow these simple tips to enjoy the benefits of a body in balance.

1. Keep Calm and Meditate On

   The more you are able to stay cool under pressure, the less stress you will put on your essential adrenal and thyroid glands. Carve out time throughout your day to find your "zen" through meditation and controlled breathing—these simple steps may help you manage stress levels.

2. Nourishing Nutrients

   Thyroid and adrenal health starts with what is on your plate. That's why it's so important to avoid excessive amounts of added sugar, overly processed foods and caffeine. Instead, choose foods from the Mediterranean diet that are rich in healthy fats, fiber and essential vitamins and minerals.

3. Targeted Nutrition Can Help You Stay in Balance

   Nothing beats a healthy lifestyle—but, some nutrients can take your stress-less efforts to the next level. For example, extracts from green tea can offer extra support by promoting a healthy biological response to day-to-day stressors; this nutrient also may help maintain already-healthy levels of cortisol. And, adding a little ashwagandha may go a long way when it comes to your thyroid health—this herb has been admired for generations because of its benefits to mind-body balance. Recent research suggests that it supports healthy thyroid activity and function.