Under active thyroid and weight loss

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  • JMatGam
    JMatGam Posts: 11 Member
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    You mention a thyroid support vitamin supplement. Details please!
  • JMatGam
    JMatGam Posts: 11 Member
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    Short term memory loss is a great big problem for me too. I was warned not to drive until my TSH was below 20.
  • AllisonWBaker
    AllisonWBaker Posts: 30
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    I was diagnosed with Grave's Disease (severe hyperthyroidism) about 14 years ago and the doctors told me I had to have my thyroid radiated. So, I did, and ever since then, I have been on gradually higher doses of synthroid. I seemed pretty much under control until I got pregnant in 2003. Then, after my son was born, it took nearly a year and a major dose increase to regulate my levels again. Of course, nearly as soon as it was under control, I got pregnant again and it took another 18 months after my daughhter was born to regulate me again. So, now that my daughther is 4 1/2, I feel like it's finally under control and I have started to lose the 15 pounds per child that I gained over the past 8 years! My advice - make sure you have a good doctor or go see a specialist - an endocrinologist - who understands your condition.
  • jansus
    jansus Posts: 58 Member
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    Short term memory loss is a great big problem for me too. I was warned not to drive until my TSH was below 20.

    20 - crikey thats very high isnt it ? That must couse you lots of problems
  • babyblue1974
    babyblue1974 Posts: 10
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    I feel so blessed to find this conversation thread. I have been trying to lose weight for a year and found out 6 mo ago that I was underactive. I havent lost any weight yet but I gym for 2 hrs 5 days a week and in 3 weeks I lost an inch and 4% body fat. Me too I try and lay off the carbs and no sugar but it definitely feels like a battle. All I know is that when I exercise and take the medication my life is better, its like a fog has been lifted and I generally feel well although I am still obese.
  • karenrace
    karenrace Posts: 24
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    Hi everyone,
    So glad to have found this. I was diagnosed with hypothyroid two months ago, and am a little frustrated right now with my slow rate of weight loss. I have been doing some online research and keep reading that I should avoid some raw veggies, etc (I have also been experiencing painful bloating). I was down to 140 last week and all of a sudden, I am back up to 144. Grrr!

    Does anyone have a good resource for a sample meal plan for someone with low thyroid? I feel like I need to really change up my diet. Who knew eating salad wasn't always a good thing? ;) thanks for any help!
  • amnsetie
    amnsetie Posts: 666 Member
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    How many calories do you subtract from your tdee if you have hypothyroid problems?
    Asking for a friend.
  • pixilix
    pixilix Posts: 1
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  • Acherona
    Acherona Posts: 134 Member
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    I also have an under-active thyroid, and the doctor said the same to me that i would have to work harder to lose weight.
    That didn't stop me and i have now lost over 50lbs. I feel like i have to work harder then my partner but other then that i do the same as him, eat healthy and exercise.

    Gaining weight unfortunately is a side affect of an under-active thyroid if not treated properly. I am on pills for it and i noticed that i lost more weight taking them then when I'm not taking them so they help a lot considering :)
  • mona169
    mona169 Posts: 17 Member
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    My problem is 'over-active' thyroid. It started when I became pregnant. After delivery I just stopped taking medicines and now after almost an year my GP thinks it is back. My glands seem swollen and my voice cracked. Just took my blood for tests and waiting for result. Not sure if it is underactive or overactive thyroid. I sure look very bloated especially around my neck. Will update this post once the results are back.
  • lesle1
    lesle1 Posts: 354 Member
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    I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism in 1994. I always felt it would be hard to lose weight because of it. I'm on Synthroid 175 mcg. I thought after losing the weight my dosage would change. It didn't. The doctor is keeping it the same because of my blood work. I have a friend that lost 100 lbs and they lowered hers.

    Anyway, I found that exercise worked for me. I tried working out off and on for years but always gave up. I never really got serious about it. When I finally did - the weight came off. And I discovered I love running. :smile:
  • Nessiep
    Nessiep Posts: 171 Member
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    hi there ..iwas diagnosed with over active thyroid (graves disease)16years ago and was on tablets..ilost alot of weight..3 years ago i had my thyroid removed..througout the 16 years my weight went up and down like a yo yo!!...now ive lost 4 stone on MFP icld off never done that with my thyroid all over the place so i feel much beta now in myself...im on 150mg thyroxin and will be on it for rest of my life ..its all in my family..nan,sister auntie.....so you can loose weight i'm proof !!!..good luck with your weight loss xx
  • BWinsto1
    BWinsto1 Posts: 46 Member
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    I was diagnosed with Hashimotos Disease (under active thyroid)this past January. I gained over 30 lbs in one year. I am currently on levothyroxine 75mg and I am either at my right dose or the dose is too high. I have started a gluten free, soy free, dairy free diet which has helped me lose 7 lbs so far this week alone. I exercise at least 5 times a week. I plan on sticking to the gluten free, soy free, dairy free diet for the rest of my life.
  • fatboypup
    fatboypup Posts: 1,873 Member
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    ugh i forgot to take my pill this AM .....
  • brandiuntz
    brandiuntz Posts: 2,717 Member
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    I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism a couple years ago. Being on medication (compounded at local pharmacy) and getting my levels into a "normal" range has made all the difference. Besides weight struggles, getting my levels in a normal range fixed my TOM problems.

    I've lost close to 50 pounds over the past few years.
  • saraann4
    saraann4 Posts: 1,312 Member
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    I agree, i am not going to blame my whole weight gain on my thyroid, my choices had something to do with it for sure. I think it's just finding a balance between medication, food choices and exercise. It's nice to see you all have been having success!

    I agree with this. I also have an underactive thyroid. It is very hard losing weight. It also sucks because I am so tired all of the time. On the other hand, I did lose 10 lbs last month!
  • iwantahealthierme13
    iwantahealthierme13 Posts: 337 Member
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    I gained weight because of thyroid issues but I also lost it because of thyroid issues, right before I was diagnosed. I topped out at 208-210 then I lost about 15 pounds (in 2010) because low thyroid made me sick for awhile (nauseous) then when I was all stable, I lost another 8 pounds to make it down to 187. Just this past February, I was 181-183 for a little while, went up to 188-190 again in March then started MFP on April 12 of this year. Since April 12th, I am now back down to 185.5 and still losing. It's a little more difficult with thyroid issues but it can be done.
  • amnsetie
    amnsetie Posts: 666 Member
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    this doctor says that the BMR for hypothyroid is about 10% lower than normal thyroid.


    http://www.hussmanfitness.org/html/TFCalories.html


    anyone able to support/refute/refine this info??

    It would make for easy maths if it's right
  • darknyx
    darknyx Posts: 2
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    I've had hypothyroidism for 12 years. It was under control with medication, diet and exercise... until early 2011. My levels have went erratic and my endocrinologist has been struggling to find a reason for it. Test after test, (not to mention 30 pounds in the first 3 months) but there is still no sign of balance. My diet has been restricted again to eliminate possible gluten allergens this time. As if, soy, dairy, cruciferous vegetables, and fresh fruits weren't enough? I have yet to lose any weight on the doctor's plan, but give it time she says. I'd be content to just feel better at this point, even if I wasn't losing.
  • mansellfitness
    mansellfitness Posts: 1
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    I have all the symptoms of underactive thyroid, and awaiting blood test results. For the last year I have been working out 5 times a week and sticking to a 1250 cal diet and I have still gained nearly 14lbs !!! Feeling very depressed and frustrated :-(. My fitness trainer is at a lose as he has tried everything for me - diet, cardio,running,circuit training . I am only 4ft 11" and gone from size 10 to 12/14 !!!!! Please can someone give me any advice/help as I feel so alone and feel like giving up .

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