Looking for suggestions from fellow hypothyroid MFP members.

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jeweljade
jeweljade Posts: 93
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I know that we aren't really supposed to have soy products, but what else should I avoid, and what should I have more of? Is there anything special that you focus on in you day to day fitness routine. I am open to all suggestions, and would be very thankful for any tips, tools, recipes, or anything that you might have that might be helpful. Thanks! :flowerforyou:

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  • aweightogo
    aweightogo Posts: 24
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    OOPS! I didn't know about the soy thing. I am interested to see what else folks say.
  • nehtaeh
    nehtaeh Posts: 2,977 Member
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    I'm interested as well.
  • nehtaeh
    nehtaeh Posts: 2,977 Member
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    :grumble:
  • tucker131
    tucker131 Posts: 13
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    I know that diabetes is a concern for us. Almost 2 years ago I tested borderline insuline resistant and then when I got pregnant I had gestational diabetes. I strongly suggest you east as healthy as possible and exercise to avoid diabetes. I am doing tons better now. I eat a lot of fresh, low fat foods and I exercise almost daily (I take Sunday off). I am down 20 pounds after having the baby, but I am at the same weight I was when I was diagnosed before I got pregnant. I feel better though because I eat better and I exercise. Good luck!
  • drvvork
    drvvork Posts: 1,162
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    I too am interested in this topic as well.:flowerforyou: Yes,.. stay away from soy foods...
  • philenam
    philenam Posts: 4 Member
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    I read that anyone with hypothyroidism should not regularly consume amounts of brocolli or cauliflower, occasionally is okay, but not too often. I like both so I was disappointed when I read this.
  • allylang1
    allylang1 Posts: 2
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    I never knew about the soy either.... Why can't we eat soy?
  • rose1617
    rose1617 Posts: 469 Member
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    Soy has a component in it that disrupts your hormones. If you do shakes and what not, whey is the better option.

    I second the taking care of your body because of risks of diabetes. I was also borderline IR, and may still be IR, because I've found the only way I can lose weight is to cut sugar and refined carbs.
    That would be my suggestion. Try a low GI diet and see if it works for you. It should. Just the diet and heavy exercise (burn 4-500 cals 5-6 times/week) actually brought my TSH down about .2 in 3 months.
    Still waiting on longer-term results.
  • tucker131
    tucker131 Posts: 13
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    I wonder if I should have my TSH retested after I hit my target weight.
  • rose1617
    rose1617 Posts: 469 Member
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    I wonder if I should have my TSH retested after I hit my target weight.
    Your doctor should be re-testing your TSH every 6 months to 1 year anyway, so you would automatically have it re-tested correct?
  • Sarandipity
    Sarandipity Posts: 1,560
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    I wonder if I should have my TSH retested after I hit my target weight.
    Yes you should. The amount of medication you are dosed with is weight dependant. The less you weigh, the less you should need to maintain your levels. I ensured my Dr retested me when I had lost 60lbs to make sure I wasn't severely over medicated and he is now back to testing me every 3 months to make sure I am at safe levels. I haven't had my dose change drastically yet, but it has changed a couple times over the course of my weightloss.
  • jeweljade
    jeweljade Posts: 93
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    I didn't know about the risk of diabetes. That's not a good thing for me because it already runs in the family. I heard that brazil nuts are loaded with selenium which is something we are supposed to have. And I heard we are supposed to have iodine and I like to eat wakame (sea kelp) for that. I appreciate all of the suggestions thus far. Please keep them coming.
    ~Julie

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