By Amber Charles, MSPH, RDN January 18, 2021 January is thyroid awareness month! Read more to learn about the relationship between your thyroid gland, metabolism and key nutrients for thyroid health. In this article: Thyroid 101 Types of thyroid disorders Nutrients to get more of Foods to be mindful of My thyroid journey Thyroid 101 The thyroid gland, also known as the "butterfly" gland, is a gland located at the front of the neck that controls your metabolic rate. As a part