Its impossible for me to lose weight with hypothyroidism

kristinhull1
kristinhull1 Posts: 294 Member
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I am 50lbs overweight. I have dieted once before only losing 15lbs. This time ive lost 5lbs and cant get away from only the 5lbs lost. I cannot lose weight and idk why. Im getting very discouraged. No matter how hard I try the scale wont go below 180. I have been told I have hypothyroidism by one Dr but wanted a 2nds opinion. I have tried everything with no luck. Its pretty much impossible. Im crying as I write this because im always going to be fat.
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  • underdog1fan
    underdog1fan Posts: 1 Member
    I understand your dilemma. I have had hypothyroidism for over 20 years. And I have struggled to lose weight also. I wish I could give you an answer on how to get the scale to move but all I can say is you are not alone. Keep trying!
  • strong_curves
    strong_curves Posts: 2,229 Member
    I doubt it, there are other women here with the hypothroidism and they have successfully lost weight.

    Add 3 more things to your checklist: a food scale, patience and realistic expectations.
  • mccindy72
    mccindy72 Posts: 7,001 Member
    If you aren't losing weight, you are eating too many calories. Hypothyroidism is challenging, but I've known many people who have lost weight with that struggle. Buy a food scale and weigh all your solid food, and measure all of your liquids. Stick to your calorie deficit.
  • kristinhull1
    kristinhull1 Posts: 294 Member
    Im trying yall. But when the scale goes down for 5lbs then goes back up to that 5lbs you lost and your still doing the same thing you did one week to the next its kinda discouraging.
  • kristinhull1
    kristinhull1 Posts: 294 Member
    If im doing anything im eating too low of calories.
  • Mediocrates55
    Mediocrates55 Posts: 326 Member
    If you have hypo, you need to get on meds. Not only does it make it hard (NOT IMPOSSIBLE) to lose weight, but there's a host of other health concerns that come with hypothyroidism. So #1, SEE A DOCTOR. Then yes, scale and patience and accuracy. It's not impossible - I had thyroid cancer and had half of it removed. The other half doesn't work worth a damn. Get your meds if you need them (which only a doctor can tell you) and the rest will fall into place with some effort.
  • TheVirgoddess
    TheVirgoddess Posts: 4,535 Member
    Is your condition being well managed with medication?

    If you're not losing weight, you're eating too much. This isn't meant as an insult, to imply that you're lying or that you're intentionally doing something wrong. Logging properly is a learned skill.

    Looking at your diary, it appears you aren't using a scale to weigh your food. Outside of medication, that's where I'd start.
  • mccindy72
    mccindy72 Posts: 7,001 Member
    kristinhull1 wrote: »
    If im doing anything im eating too low of calories.

    Nope. Not possible. If you weren't eating enough calories, you would be losing weight, that's just how it works. Your body cannot hold onto weight while it isn't receiving enough fuel.
  • kristinhull1
    kristinhull1 Posts: 294 Member
    I had a previous Dr tell me I was hypo. He gave me iodine supplements. Which did nothing for me. So I switched Drs. Just had blood work done and am getting a ultrasound done of my thyroid this week. Hoping he can tell me why I cant lose this weight. I lose the same 5-15lbs then gain it back. And I dont do anything different.
  • kristinhull1
    kristinhull1 Posts: 294 Member
    Im practically starving myself. Im eat 3 egg whites and a piece of whole wheat toast for breakfast, 1 cup of soup with veggies and a whole wheat shredded chicken breast with bbq sauce and a very small dinner.
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  • mccindy72
    mccindy72 Posts: 7,001 Member
    kristinhull1 wrote: »
    Im practically starving myself. Im eat 3 egg whites and a piece of whole wheat toast for breakfast, 1 cup of soup with veggies and a whole wheat shredded chicken breast with bbq sauce and a very small dinner.

    Please buy a food scale. And please read the first post in this thread: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1235566-so-you-re-new-here
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  • bpetrosky
    bpetrosky Posts: 3,911 Member
    kristinhull1 wrote: »
    Im trying yall. But when the scale goes down for 5lbs then goes back up to that 5lbs you lost and your still doing the same thing you did one week to the next its kinda discouraging.

    Hi, welcome back.

    A few observations, please take them in the spirit intended. I scanned back several days in your diary to get an idea of what you are doing.
    1. It's very clear you do not weigh much of your food, if any. It is very possible you are eating much more calories than you intend.
    2. You rely on a lot of package portion foods. These can be off by quite a bit and can be high in sodium which can lead to water weight retention.
    3. You don't have any green vegetables or high protein foods. You probably don't feel very full due to the lack of bulk or foods that help you feel full.

    Hopefully you can start making changes. You don't have to give up pizza or sweets entirely, but you do need to make some adjustments for your own good.

    Using a food scale consistently is a big start, and one you can do right away.

    Talk to your doctor about how your thyroid condition affects your metabolism, too.
  • ncboiler89
    ncboiler89 Posts: 2,408 Member
    No such thing as impossible to lose weight.
  • kristinhull1
    kristinhull1 Posts: 294 Member
    Thanks guys.
  • gobonas99
    gobonas99 Posts: 1,049 Member
    kristinhull1 wrote: »
    I have been told I have hypothyroidism by one Dr but wanted a 2nds opinion. I have tried everything with no luck. Its pretty much impossible.

    Did you go get that second opinion? If you are hypo, you will need to be on meds to regulate your thyroid hormones.

    I gained over 50 pounds in less than a year, despite counting calories and working out. I started on meds as soon as I was diagnosed hypo (my gyn started me on a low dose, and then referred me to an endocrinologist, who upped my dose every 2-3 months until my thyroid levels were where he wanted them based on how I FELT - which for me is on the very low end of "normal"). It took nearly a year to get me on the correct dose of thyroid meds, and throughout that time (still counting calories and working out), I continued to gain tho at a slower rate....then my weight sort of leveled off, and I played tug of war with 5 pounds for about 6 months....but during those months, I started sleeping better, I wasn't nearly as tired, I had more energy, my hair stopped falling out, and overall FELT so much better physically. Once I finally got on the correct dose of meds, it took about 3 months before I started losing weight. It is SLOW (I've lost 60 pounds in about 2.5 years). I have to count EVERY calorie I put in my mouth, and I have to workout like a fiend. But it is possible.
  • Liftng4Lis
    Liftng4Lis Posts: 15,151 Member
    Get a food scale. If you're not losing, you're not in a deficit.
  • strong_curves
    strong_curves Posts: 2,229 Member
    kristinhull1 wrote: »
    Im practically starving myself. Im eat 3 egg whites and a piece of whole wheat toast for breakfast, 1 cup of soup with veggies and a whole wheat shredded chicken breast with bbq sauce and a very small dinner.

    Weigh every single thing you eat and drink. Get a cheapie scale from walmart or target.

  • SquatNSparkle
    SquatNSparkle Posts: 477 Member
    OMG hon. YOU NEED A GOOD DOCTOR. Please see one. Not only the weight here and now, but your skin, your hair, your mood, so much is affected. I have it, have had it since birth. Educate yourself and be an advocate for yourself.

    And starving is not the answer. I did it multiple times from age 14 to 40. IT DOESN"T WORK.

    Three years ago, I found strategies that work for me. Friend me if you want, and I will try to help you as much as I can. But you need to get this thryoid function thing straightened out or youre trying to build a house on a foundation that can't hold it.
  • kristinhull1
    kristinhull1 Posts: 294 Member
    Thanks everyone. Just got a little discouraged there.
  • TheVirgoddess
    TheVirgoddess Posts: 4,535 Member
    kristinhull1 wrote: »
    I had a previous Dr tell me I was hypo. He gave me iodine supplements. Which did nothing for me. So I switched Drs. Just had blood work done and am getting a ultrasound done of my thyroid this week. Hoping he can tell me why I cant lose this weight. I lose the same 5-15lbs then gain it back. And I dont do anything different.

    Well try not to get discouraged or feel defeated until you get these results.
  • blankiefinder
    blankiefinder Posts: 3,599 Member
    If your thyroid levels are too low, it will be harder to lose weight than it should be. You need to make your doctor treat your hypothyroidism. If you are iodine deficient, an iodine supplement might help, but it will probably take more than that. If he wants a second opinion, get it. The sooner the better. As soon as you get your thyroid levels under control, you will be able to take off the weight. In the mean time, I would use a food scale, and work on learning the eating habits (weighing, calorie counting, working out, etc) that will help you on the journey ahead.

    Get your TSH, Free T3 and Free T4 levels checked, and aim to be in the Optimal zone.

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  • kristinhull1
    kristinhull1 Posts: 294 Member
    Im trying not to. Thats the hard part. Last week the scale went down everyday. This week its went up up up and ive been doing and eating the exact same things I did the last week. Just totally discouraged me.
  • blankiefinder
    blankiefinder Posts: 3,599 Member
    kristinhull1 wrote: »
    Im trying not to. Thats the hard part. Last week the scale went down everyday. This week its went up up up and ive been doing and eating the exact same things I did the last week. Just totally discouraged me.

    I cross posted with you, so don't miss my post above yours :)

    Don't worry about week to week fluctuations, weight loss will always bounce around. Just look at the overall trend.
  • Mr_Knight
    Mr_Knight Posts: 9,532 Member
    kristinhull1 wrote: »
    If im doing anything im eating too low of calories.

    No, you're not.

    Your logging is completely broken - you are eating way more than you think.
  • kristinhull1
    kristinhull1 Posts: 294 Member
    I got on the 20th for my ultrasound of my thyroid. Then hopefully soon after that he'll tell me what I need to do to get this weight off.
  • kristinhull1
    kristinhull1 Posts: 294 Member
    Idk how that could be possible. Im starving.
  • blankiefinder
    blankiefinder Posts: 3,599 Member
    Mr_Knight wrote: »
    kristinhull1 wrote: »
    If im doing anything im eating too low of calories.

    No, you're not.

    Your logging is completely broken - you are eating way more than you think.

    If her hypothyroidism is not under control, this is not necessarily true.

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