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Hypothyroidism and weight loss

Colemanx4
Colemanx4 Posts: 1
edited September 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
Does anyone out there with hypothyroidism (inactive thyroid) have any suggestions on losing weight? I only need to lose about 6 pounds but the thyroid condition really slows the process down. I eat less than 2000 calories a day and work out at least 3 times a week.

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  • sbmargo
    sbmargo Posts: 9
    I have Hashimoto's (thyroid gland is gone). When you have an imbalance it is next to impossible to lose or gain weight by willpower. The amt of thyroid hormones dictates everything. Gave you gone to an endocrinologist rather than a general practioner?
    Very few md's without a specialty can help fine tune you if you're not responding to your meds.
    If you live in a large city it should be easy to find a specialist.
  • gatorflyer
    gatorflyer Posts: 536 Member
    I had my thyroid removed last year (thyroid cancer) and am on thyroid replacement therapy. I would probably reduce the calorie count (1500-1800) and up the exercise to 4-5 days a week. I'm assuming that your thyroid is regulated by a doctor.
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