Thyroid

Marshamike

I am hypothyroid too and started meds about 6 weeks ago. It has made a huge difference in my overall happy outlook on life!

Fuzzipeg

There is already a Hypothyroid and Hyperthyroid group on here if you do a search. It is active and supportive. National thyroid support sites are good as is Stop the thyroid madness site STTM, which has been about for in excess of 20 years which shows how long some in the medical profession have been unhelpful.

sanfromny

I've been diagnosed with hypothyroidism and PCOS. And on medication for both. Yes it is a little harder to lose weight but it can be done. Patience and follow MFP

kfm6

kristinrenee6712 wrote: »

Wondering if anyone else hear thyroid issues? Mine is underactive and I'm on medicine. I have been working out since last Tuesday. Kinda feeling discouraged about my weight...

Hi. No thyroid issues here but I was recently diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. While not as tough as thyroid, my sugar swings cause me to binge eat at times. I've lost 34 pounds in a very up and down fashion. I am trying to lose any additional 25 to 30 pounds. I have changed my eating habits (whole foods / avoid processed foods) and included regular workouts (elliptical, cycling and weight training). Right now I'm at a plateau and having trouble breaking through it. Friend me if you'd like provide mutual support to reach our goals. I'm happy to share what worked for me and what didn't.

Good luck.

Kevin

Wysewoman53

There is a whole discussion about thyroids and weight loss here: http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10348933/thyroid#latest

Sorry...wrong discussion. I have tried to delete this but it won't go away.

GYATagain

It can be done - but, it will be slow! Be patient with yourself and keep at it. Sure, it gets down right depressing at times, then you need to pick yourself up and get back on that "bus". I have lost over 70 pounds and I'm hypothyroid/Hashimoto/post-menopausal/high blood pressure/IBS .... blah blah blah. Not making light of anyone's issues - I just get tired of hearing myself, sometimes! Cannot at anytime go over 1200 calories in a day (age, height, deskjob, health issues) and the biggest factor is exercise. I know when I have slacked off and not sweated up a storm every single day when I get on the scale and up a pound - even though I've stayed at 1200 calories. Diet is a huge factor and what you eat. I have actually cut out gluten, watch intake of certain vegetables and how they are prepared, many grains are an issue, and no soy products. Work at doing an elimination diet, then add things back in slowly to see what affects your gut and over all well being. I've been able to basically get rid of the IBS, joint pain isn't as bad, cut blood pressure meds to a minimum, sleep a little better (sometimes) -- moral of this story, slow and steady wins this race! Face it - this is for life! Not for a day, a week, a month, or even a year.......

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Fuzzipeg

thanks Noel those of us who have the gamete of thyroid problems do not think it trivial. I think the WHO is knowledgeable enough to direct our attention to the role of SUGAR much of it added to savoury foods and the pile of sweets and cakes many choose to eat depleting their liver function.

nancyscaloriecount

Most Hypothyroid is caused by an autoimmune disease called Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. Considering all the processed foods that are in our diets and the chemical soup we live in (both in our homes and out of our homes) there is no wonder there is an epidemic. And, you will have this long before it ever shows up in your labs. Most doctors don't ever check for it. The standard of care is to check the TSH only......and that will only trigger once your way up the creek with out a paddle. So if 1/5 of the population is obese, and 40% of women have hypothyroid then its not unreasonable to assume it is in someway involved in the obesity problem. The real problem comes along when we are told we can not do anything about it, just take this pill and you'll be fine.

krishnap1104

Wow thanks guys! I did hear that most people who have hypothyroid can be allergic to gluten. However, it is so hard trying to find foods that are gluten free

Fuzzipeg

Thanks Nancy well said. Some hypothyroid persons are not Hashi for Hashi one needs to have antibodies making it autoimmune BUT the medical profession do not always, are not always able to look for them; to be hypo there may be contributory dietary deficits which could be easily addressed. The policy for those with antibodies destroying their thyroid is to let it be destroyed discovering what is causing the antibodies doing the destruction would seem like a good idea, but it is not encouraged; it will be different for many people and probably costly to the insurance companies or health service in place. Neither are doctors able to look for t3 the active thyroid hormone levels they simply have to assume there is no reason why a body is unable to convert t4 to t3 as it is supposed to. There can be problems with adrenal, pituitary glands and other parts of the endocrine system which also are not permitted to looked into in many areas.

Having a diagnosis of hypothyroidism is like a cell door closing behind you. For most there is only one treatment t4 which is scientifically proving to be of no use to many in need of thyroid support. When you think there are so many different problems which can be related to hypothyroid in either of its guises, some depressions can be due to low t3, chronic fatigue, and chronic pain, tinnitus, liver problems, heart problems, breathing issues sort of related to the heart and many more; One site gives 300 possible symptoms, a person can have quite a few. Then there is the risk that if you have one Autoimmune problem you can develop another these are problems within the immune system, like type one diabetes, there are many more.

Problems like these have caused many people mainly women to change their employment or to leave the workforce becoming dependant on benefits loosing self-worth and if they weren't depressed in the first instant, they probably will become so as their life crumbles. Giving this potentially debilitating problem the attention it deserves would benefit society rather than reduce it because people could re-engage. Thyroid problems are far, far more serious than carrying a few extra lbs or Kg's that is the tip of the iceberg. Living at a calorific restriction can be counter productive because this reduces the metabolism, Hypothyroidism also reduces the metabolism one can go round and round in circles getting nowhere. Calories in/out in this situation does not apply you need to eat better for nutrition and to kick start the metabolism, for someone who also had adrenal gland issues exercise is more draining and counter productive.

KeepingUpWithKari

Noel_57 wrote: »

According to the World Health Organization, one fifth of the world's population is now obese. And we all blame it on our thyroids.

I think you should self educate, before trying to insult people who suffer from it.

Please visit: www.thyroid.org/hypothyroidism/

As a hypothyroid patient, I do not blame my thyroid for my current obesity. I blame my eating habits and past depression. I'm learning to love all of me including my condition and learning how to lead a healthier lifestyle is my goal.

Don't take it out on other's trying to find people that are in the same boat, if you're insecure about yourself.

Anyways.. Feel free to add me to those that are hypothyroid.. We got this!!

cmriverside

There are several hypothyroid groups here...don't know how active they are.

Go to Groups at the top of this page. Type "hypothyroid" in the search box in Groups. At least there are some ideas in them. It's hard to keep groups going...

AnnPT77

I don't want to minimize anyone's difficulties with weight loss - we all have various travails - but I do want to offer another data point.

I'm hypothyroid, have been for 15 years, and it's now well-controlled with 175mcg generic levothyroxine daily. When I've been slipping into the need for an increased dose over the years, I see a slight difference in how my body holds onto weight.

But, in my current well-controlled situation, I can't say that I've had any more difficulty losing weight than anyone else has who is not hypothyroid. I've lost 65 pounds over the last year (most of it between April-December 2015), and am now at goal weight. And I'm 60 years old, and (of course) menopausal (have been since age 45, brought on by chemotherapy for breast cancer).

Yes, hypothyroidism, especially if not well-controlled, can make it harder. As a starting point, get treated, and follow your medication instructions meticulously (usually first thing in the morning, 1/2-1 hour before eating or drinking anything other than water). It may take a while to find the correct dosage, but things should start improving within a matter of a few short weeks.

There's no need to assume you'll have problems losing. If you're meticulously maintaining a calorie deficit, and not losing, you may want to see your doctor.

beachdiva2010

Hi Ann,
Thanks for sharing! What I'm having trouble with now is 2 major surgeries since October 2015. Partial knee replacement and part of my lung due to cancer. Cancer is 100 % gone! However in all of this I've gained 30 pounds. My last med check has me at 150 mcg of Synthroid. I've gone from working out 6 days a week to restarting. Did have to stay away from certain foods due to hypothyroidism? I've read things, but don't remember having issues with soy or cruciferous veggies? I'm sorry, I'm not trying write a book to you, just a get a new starting point and get back to life. Anything you can offer is greatly appreciated! !

Barbara

LexieNenstielPorter

I am on Armour Thyroid, which is a natural pig thyroid replacement. I love it, it definitely balances me out. I work out daily and have just started watching my calorie intake. I am slowly losing weight. I was talking to my specialist and about my moods and she said that most people with thyroid problems are Vitamin D deficient and to take a supplement. I began taking 5000IU of Vitamin D and when she retested me, she said that my levels had come up significantly. My mood also improved and I felt better. Losing weight is a pain with an underactive thyroid but it is possible. I completely understand the frustration though. Fight the good fight!!