Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that thyroid nodules are mainly caused by emotional distress, dietary imbalances, and environmental maladjustment. Long-term emotions such as anger and depression can lead to stagnation of qi (vital energy), resulting in liver qi dysfunction and the formation of phlegm. Qi stagnation and phlegm accumulation in the front of the neck lead to the formation of this goiter. Therefore, the treatment for this condition often involves the use of foods or medications that soften hardness, disperse nodules, reduce swelling, and resolve stasis. For example, purslane, loofah, plums, and dried figs are some of the foods that can clear heat, facilitate diuresis, reduce swelling, and disperse nodules. Appropriate consumption of these foods can be beneficial in slowing the progression of the disease. However, it is generally difficult to dissolve nodules through diet alone, and active treatment is still necessary.