Tired/Achy Joints while dieting?

krennie8
krennie8 Posts: 301 Member
edited November 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
Anyone else ever get tired or have achy joints while dieting? I just re-started this past Monday and have not felt well the past 2 days.

I'm leaning towards it not being my diet, but I figured I'd ask before I assume I have the flu or go to the doctor to retest my thyroid (I am hypo, it's possible I need another adjustment).

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  • segacs
    segacs Posts: 4,599 Member
    Sounds like you're sick. Getting the flu maybe?
  • astralpictures
    astralpictures Posts: 218 Member
    Hypothyroidism can cause muscle and joint pain. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies can cause joint issues too, but it's unlikely to come on after just a few days of dieting. Fatigue is common though as your body adjusts to eating at a deficit (if that continues, you may be eating too little). If it continues or causes severe pain, definitely see a doctor. You very well may need to check your thyroid again. It's probably a good idea to let your doctor know you're starting a new diet too.
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