Hello, I am new! Anyone here with hypothyroidism?

samhradh

Hi there,

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/753-hypothyroidism-and-hyperthyroidism

there are over 1000 people in this group, great support and information.

see you all there.

BlisterLamb

I have Hashimotos which is an Auto-Immune Thyroid disease, meaning I will have it forever and that my own antibodies are attacking my thyroid and will eventually kill it. Great right? I have extreme fatigue and haven't been able to loose weight in 10 years. I'm not giving up, but like someone else said, I wouldn't wish this upon anyone, not even my worse enemy. Keep your chin up

Greaaat! I was just diagnosed with Hashimoto's last week. I had lost over 100 pounds and kept it off for years. I'm super active and careful about my calorie intake and I suddenly put on 25 pounds. It seemed physically impossible. I saw three doctors who all assumed I was lying about how much I exercise and how much I eat, before finding the doctor that diagnosed the Hashimoto's. He started me on medication and a low carb diet. I was hopeful that it would improve things. This thread has pretty much crushed that!

sds76

Hypo here as well. Have been diagnosed for 10 years. I was real bad about taking my meds for a long time but now I'm good with hit. (you can log your medications on here as well, which helps me a lot). I thought losing weight would never happen but truth is, I never really really tried because I was afraid my thyroid would cause me to fail. About a month ago I decided it was enough and really started trying. I am very careful about what I eat and I work out every day. At first it was hard because I was tired but now I have more energy than I have had in years. I feel, dare I say, normal. Hypothyroidism can be managed very well as long as you see your doc, take your meds, and as for your health....don't let your diagnoisis stop you. You can do it.
Feel free to add me if you'd like.

skinnynerd

I have hypothyroidism. Well, actually I no longer have my thyroid. The first thing you need to do is make sure the doctor has been you on the right level of medicine to make it work correctly. I have been losing weigh using the zone diet. It's 40% carbs, 30% protein, 30% fat. The zone diet is a proven approach to losing weight for people with hypothyroidism.

CaptainHandsome

i'm waiting for a follow-up appointment to find out if i have this, but it's never caused any weight problems that i'm aware of. i originally went in for night sweats and just excessive sweating in general. i was much bigger up until last year, but i'm pretty sure i know the culprit there and have kicked it to the curb.

littlecandy428

I too have hypothyroidism and have been struggling with me weight for about ten years. It's seemed I was fine until after my third pregnancy. I tool was also really bad about taking my medications (never on a consistent basis). My Enough moment hit me about two months ago when I realized I weighed the same as my husband. Tired, fed up and not wanting to keep buying bigger clothes I am working really hard now. I am taking my meds everyday, and am trying to do some sort of exercise at least 5 - 6 times a week (mostly Zumba and walking). I am officially down 14.6 lbs but still have a long way to go. I don't know if it's realistic to think I'll hit my goal of 65 lbs but I can't give up. I am only 34 years old and I have a lot of life ahead of me. I am welcoming more diet buddies here! I have found this really does help me stay focused! :glasses:

hispurplelotus

Welcome!! I have hypothyroidism as well as Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. I understand the struggle. I've lost weight before but have never changed my lifestyle. This is definitely going to be a process but this site is fully of amazing & encouraging people.

jcstanton

It is very frustrating trying to lose weight with hypothyroidsim. Add to that the fact that I am also insulin resistant, and it's a recipe for an obesity disaster. I certainly did not help the situation by continuing to eat high calorie, high fat, high sodium, high cholesterol foods for so many years, either. I was medicated in March of this year for both conditions. I haven't notice a huge difference in my weight loss yet, but my thyroid meds are not completely regulated yet. I'm hoping that with consistent diet and exercise and regulated meds, the weight will start to come off again. The most important thing I can do for myself to keep from getting frustrated and throwing up my hands is to keep reminding myself that my primary goal is to get healthy and losing weight is only a part of that. Eating right and exercising regularly is always good for me, even if the scale isn't moving. And if I give up and go back to my old habits, I will end up right back where I started. I can't...I WON"T...go back there again. I will keep off what I've already lost and keep pushing to lose the rest, or I will die trying. Going back is NOT and option for me.

TinkrBelz

I am hypo also. When i tell people they are shocked because I am thin, but I know that I need my meds adjusted when I shoot up in weight, I get super tired, and my period screws up.

I am on 125mcg of Levothyroxine. I am eating 1 tablespoon of virgin coconut oil/day. I read that one of the benefits of coconut oil is thyroid function. Now, I am not sure if it has helped me since I have not had my levels tested yet, BUT, when I do, I will post a thread on it if my numbers have changed.

Ozzy283

What did they precribed you and when?

I had the same problem. I gained weight, was tired all the time, and became very short of breath for no reason. I was prescribe Levathroid and since then I've seen a major difference. It took about 2 months for the meds to fully kick in, but since then it's help "stabilize" my weight and weight loss.

GenesisandEden

It took a little while to get the Med dose right.
I am no longer lethargic although I do have my "groggy" days
Keep heart! weight loss will happen with determination

rmsrws

10 years of hypothyroidism here!

I take synthroid, and a supplement called Sublingual B-12, it melts under your tongue. Works great! I also switched my thyroid medication from generic to brand name. Generics are allowed to differ in potency up to 15%. Brand name is allowed only a 1% difference per quality control.

Your body needs the thyroid hormone to support every molecule of your body. So if one month you are only getting 85% active ingredients. The next month lets say 115% that is quite the fluctuation of medication. It cost me $ 40.00 more for a 3 months supply of medication to me it is well worth it!

drd625

HI, I also have hypothyroidism and am on medication. I am also 53 years old and it is extremely difficult for me to lose weight. I have to be very vigilant in my exercise program and very careful about what I eat. I have been seeing a wellness coach but mainly it boils down to eating right and exercising. I opt for protein shakes 1-2 times a day and then a healthy meal. I do get board on occasion but it is slowly working.

rocketqueen81

It's definitley a challenge, that's for sure. I've found the only way I really lose weight is to restrict my calories to 1250-1500-ish and to make sure I exercise. The lack of energy definitley sucks and makes it hard to stay motivated sometimes, and sometimes I am so drained I have to take a full week off from exercising. I've learned not to beat myself up about it though, and to eat the best I can and just get back to it when I have my energy back. Good luck!


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MsTanya77

I was diagnosed w/ hypothyroidism at 16, and weight loss has been up and down for me. I have lost 62lbs so far, but its been slower. I was told to take my meds on an empty stomach 1st thing in the morning an hour before eating. I've had my dose adjusted 4 times, but I've been on the same dose now for several years. Weight loss is definetly possible, it just requires more patience and consistency.

Helen_Luvnlife

My blood tests showed my thyroid was slowing down after I had my baby 26 years agonies. It got bad enough to start on synthroid about. 10 years ago..I had gained weight steadily and the doctor told me the meds would help me lose weight. They didn't.
I am losing weight now but it is a struggle. I count every calorie and exercise. Include weight training. Muscle burns more calories and also makes you look trimmer. I don't lose as fast as Mfp says I should so don't give up if you don't see the expected loss. You can do it.

Morgaine_on_the_move

I am 28, and I was diagnosed four years ago. My levels are fairly steady, but I've noticed that when my tsh goes up even a little bit, my cholesterol shoots way up ( and vice versa, it goes way down when my tsh goes down).

I knew I would likely develop hypothyroidism because my mom, my aunts on both sides of the family, my grandfather and great-grandmother have all had it. My mom's went undiagnosed for years, and she developed thyroid cancer. She's been cancer-free for a couple years now, thank God.

I've finally realized that hmmmm, I CAN'T eat whatever I want and expect to maintain or lose weight. I know that I especially have to stay away from alcohol. One sip and I seem to gain weight immediately, so I never drink more than a couple of glasses a wine a month.

Sometimes I complain about having this, but then I think about all the other lifelong illnesses and conditions that other people have, and this isn't nearly as challenging as some things I could have. I try to keep it in perspective. Thankfully there is medication!

twiztc

when i was diagnosed some 10 years ago my weight wasnt a problem as i was super skinny. it wasnt till i hit 40 that the pounds piled on but not coz of thyroid but other medical probs. however i do belive that now i have gained weigh and in conjunction with all the other gubbins the thyroid thing doesnt help with getting rid of the weigh. i have just had blood tests to check my levels and am waiting for the results. I know if you thyroid meds aint smack on target it can make it difficult to maintain a good weight whether over or under

Gracemarie25

Suffering for the last 7 years from Hypothroidism but originally was diagnosed with Graves' disease (when the thyroid is super overactive),

Now with the Hypothroidism, I am feeling fatigue, weak, and boy has my weight gain increased. Good luck to us all.

gaerielsky

I am on 88 mcg of Levothyroxin daily for my hypothyroidism and though my blood levels are now in the normal range, my symptoms haven't ceased. Loss of hair, dry skin, always cold, difficult to lose weight. It's a pain!

I have no tips because I haven't found anything that works. I've tried WW (I lost a ton before the problem hit but couldn't get it off once on the meds). Now I'm on Medifast, but I keep plateauing while eating 800-1000 daily and exercising.