Good morning all,
I'm Jaime. I was diagnosed as hypothyroid a couple weeks ago and am one of the many who were probably misdiagnosed for years due to the faulty bloodwork standards currently in place (highly frustrating). I started gaining weight years ago, probably due to certain medications I was on (the doctor says it was probably a domino effect with my meds and my symptoms). I couldn't get any of the weight to budge through diet change or exercise and my acid reflux was getting way out of control. Overall, I just felt icky and that something HAD to be going on in my system (even though the yearly bloodwork was supposedly ok). The acid meds had stopped working and then I found out I was only supposed to be on them a year at most since they can cause further damage (I had already been on them for 3).

For months I had been searching the internet and books for answers and realized I was going to need some help of the medical sort. I finally found a hollistic doctor and a specialist who knew what to look for and plan to work together to fix whatever is going on. However, the plan is at a partial stand still since we are waiting for results of a slew of tests and have another (saliva) test coming up soon. Until then, I am on a bunch of supplements and vitamins to help viamin deficiency and the acid situation in my tummy. Hopefully they can find a plan to help me so I can get some of this weight off, which in turn will hopefully help my stomach. No one likes nausea. Yuck.

So far, I have lost a few pounds after quitting all the meds, but I'm sure the rest of this road will not be as easy.

Hey all! Hypo here. :drinker:

Hi!
I'm Jamie, a 35 year old thyroid cancer survivor. Since I suffer from some Hypo symptoms I'm always looking for suggestions to help with weight loss and energy! I was told for years that my thyroid levels were fine but when it was removed it was discovered I had Hasi's which was in part why I had a hard time losing weight prior.

Hi everyone. Here to say G'day ( from Australia). I'm 49 ( almost) and my Hubby and I started a exercise program approx. six weeks ago. I have been logging my diet religoiusly and have since lost aprox. 4kg since the start.

Unfortunately, last week I notcied a fair sized goitre in my neck and have since had a scan and blood test to sus it out.
The scan showed two less than 5mm nodules in my left lobe and a 14mm nodule in my right. The blood tests came back normal TSH 2.28 (If thats normal.)

I havent been feeling tired, other than that of a week of strength training would induce.

I am concerned if maybe something I have done recently has brought this on??? Too much exercise too quickly?..... Protein Shake supplements ( the one I'm using contains only 1% Soy protein)...... change in diet??

The doctor didnt tell me much at all and I forgot to ask.

I go for ( torture),,,, I mean needle biopsy next week.

WOW ! What a way to introduce myself.

Good evening everyone! I was diagnosed with Hashimotos 2 years ago. I cannot lose weight and am exhausted all the time. On 50mcg of Synthroid daily and 100mcg on Sunday. My levels are fine when I have blood work but I just feel as though something is being overlooked. I am 46 years old and need to lose 20 lbs. I have been on every diet and added tons of exercise but cannot seem to drop more that 3-4lbs then immediately gain it back. Good to be on MFP and see such great support. I'll welcome any advise I can get. Blessings.

Hello, I recently joined MFP and very pleased to be part of this group. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism 2 yrs ago. I did a lot of research and I had to be persistent with my conventional medical GP to ensure that my meds (Synthroid) were changed until optimal TSH levels were obtained (i.e. my symptoms improved). I found a doctor who prescribed bio-identical hormones which helped with the depression/mood and hormonal fluctuations/depletions (menopause). All to say that I had to start at the beginning and try to heal my adrenals before anything else.

I have always exercised and continue to do so. Through trial and error, I tried different eating plans in order to lose a few pounds and then to regain them. Six months ago, I cut all starch, processed foods, additives, artificial and natural flavors and sugars as I realized I was addicted to those foods which played havoc on my insulin . I no longer crave sugars (what an empowering feeling!). I have been following an Intermittent Fasting lifestyle for the past 6 months and it's working for me. The weight loss is very slow but just reading all of your experiences makes me feel that I am not alone and that we are all here to support each other.

I've taking 'Adrenal Rebuilder' a supplement by Dr. James L. Wilson for a while. I feel a whole lot better (energy, mood); however I still wake up in the middle of the night. But honestly at this point, I'm not certain if its physiological or just a habit ! I'll discuss it with my doc next time I go for my saliva test; which will only be this summer.

Hi everyone! I'm re-joining My Fitness Pal after some time of being neglectful. I had a full thyroidectomy several years ago and it's been a wonderland of medication flux due to loosing my job, changing job, not being able to afford dr visits, ugh. While I've lost some weight since the last time I was here, I have a long time to go to get back to where I was when I was in the strides of loosing weight and getting all my levels right (the right level of meds, and the right levels in my tests). Right now I'm in a quasi-paleo lifestyle, more about the fresh foods, and eating healthy than going hard core with it (let's face it, it's expensive to be paleo right now). Right now the biggest challenge for me is going to be exercise, as I am having the extreme fatigue, and also fatigue from being anemic again (cause that's an awesome mix). But it's always good to know there are others out there facing the same challenges.

I just checked out the website stopthethyroidmadness.com website you posted and to quote "Your TSH is normal. It’s not your thyroid.” “You need to eat less, exercise more.” “Everyone needs to nap” “You need to see a therapist.” “Your problems are due to being a mom/stress/genetics/your job.” “Let’s put you on this anti-depressant/statin/blood pressure med" is the story of my life! I was diagnosed with Hypothyroid during my second pregnancy which explained why I had such a hard time with weight loss after my first born. But I haven't had any luck since then. I have moments which I call my crazy moments because I feel crazy. I have ups and downs and for a while I thought it was the way of life. Depression runs in the family, and it could possibly just be catching up to me. I am 27, and constantly tired. I have no idea what's going on with me as I'm 'different'. I use to be the bubbly out going girl who needed only 5-6 hrs of sleep. Now, I'm distant, easily over whelmed, depressed, over weight and extremely tired. I could sleep 8 hours and feel exhausted. Throw in a 4 yr old and a 2 yr old and it's a great mix. I've had my Thyroid checked numerous times and Dr just keeps telling me everything comes back normal and that I just need to work a little harder on the weight loss, or, everyone gets tired, especially when working full time and having 2 children, or you've been through a lot these past few years, of course you're going to have sad days......but it just doesn't seem right. THIS CAN'T BE NORMAL. Especially after reading all these posts. I love in Ontario, Canada, how do I find an Endo??

Hiya everyone, I just found this group. I'm Parkyr, almost 23 years old and I've been treating my hypothyroidism for about five years. I take Porcine Thyroid and Adaptamax for my adrenals to help balance me out. So far so good! I'm working towards getting to a healthy weight while taking care of my body every step of the way. I've already lost fifteen pounds, so it's working!

Hi! I'm 26 years old and I have Hashimoto. I was just told that I have Hashimoto but have had a thyroid problem for 8 years. I struggle with this. My weight now is 318 lbs. I was never to go over 300 lbs my Dr at the time I want me to. I feel like I'm fighting a battle with my weight and my thyroid. I would love if anyone could help me find food that will help me lose weight and my thyroid.

Hi there. I've been on Synthroid now for quite a few years; I'm not real sure if I'm hypo or hyper. They all say that you lose weight once you start the medicine. To be honest, I've not seen any weight change, UNLESS I am really on a committed diet or fitness routine. Everytime I go in, the doc says my number is normal.

Anyway, I just found this site today, so I'm new and still learning my way around. Found this group and thot I'd join.

Des