ANYONE OUT THERE WITH A THYROID CONDITION???

Hello, I have a hypo. I have had a lot of the same problems. It took a long time for my body to respond to the medication. I've just now started to truly lose weight. How long have you been on your meds? Also I have found that even with the meds it is still harder for me to lose weight. Just keep at it and track everything. You can do this but it is a lot of work.

Also you may want to talk to your doctor about the type of thyroid meds you are on. They had to change mind to something different before I started responding to it. I also had to be taking that kind of about a year. Everyone is different though.

How do you feel tho? Often a TSH number doesn't provide a full picture of overall thyroid health. I had my gland removed almost two years ago and have found that the only way I can lose weight is by not eating over my TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure) . There's a thyroid group here on MFP where you'll find lots of ideas and support.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/770-hypothyroidism-and-hyperthyroidism

I have not Thyroid, and I'm on Synthroid.

Feel free to add me.

I think that you also need to make sure that your T4 is in the correct range. If your hypo it will be hard to lose. I have been *knock on wood* my successful thus far, losing 45lbs. in the past several months.

Hi there, I also know how frustrating that can be

First off, I wrote a mini-essay (!) on hypothyroidism on another thread, if you want to have a glance:

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1007033-underactive-thyroid-feel-like-i-can-t-lose-weight-pleas

Not an exhaustive or authoritative account by any means, but the points raised have been very helpful for me so far.

You seem to have covered a lot of the issues in your post (eating clean, cutting caffeine etc) so I will second what a lot of others have mentioned - check other possible deficiencies if you haven't already. Also the items in my 'essay' that you didn't mention (supplementing, exercise type etc).

Unfortunately despite all of this the metabolism can continue to be very sluggish. Have a look through the different tips mentioned on the boards about changing things up - eg changing calories, changing exercise routines, making sure all your goals/macros (?) etc are set adequately [assuming if you haven't done so already]. I'm new to MFP so I won't pretend to be an expert on those latter points!

However I'm not new to the constant hypo-weight battle so I empathise. Keep seeing your GP if it is still affecting you a lot, even if your TSH reads normal it doesn't mean it's normal for you and I know people who have had their Levothyroxine increased under GP care, despite 'normal' levels, because of their symptoms and they have seen a huge positive difference. I am fortunate to have a very thorough GP who is trained in other areas (nutrition, fitness etc) as well as understanding thyroid issues, so I go to the GP quite regularly for support in modifying what I eat, what I do and how I supplement, and it is working out really well. If you have access to a medical professional who is good with thyroid function issues, or can find/switch to one, I highly recommend it. The difference between my current GP and the first who diagnosed me is staggering, with regards to how I am treated.

Last but not least - best of luck!

I am hypo and take daily medicine. The best combo for my weight loss has been lower carb (eat most of them during the day) and high protein. This coupled with regular exercise (5 days per week) has allowed me to be successful. I've found that when you totally commit to this change, your body does kick into drive and the weight starts coming off.

Yup.

the name of you're thread is anyone out there with a thyroid condition yet you only mention migraines and a quick fix. There are no pills powders patches or fad diets that are going to give you the results you desire. I do have a thyroid condition. I have Hypothyroidism which means I have a dormant thyroid it is on vacation out of town ie elvis has left the building. I am on meds for it have been through many dosages of it and it has not seemed to help. Have you been diagnosed? Not all people with thyroid issues can be cured. Not all can lose weight most of us struggle daily. If you have been consistent with your calorie intake and exercise their should be results. If you aren't then as they saying goes....Your'e doing it wrong. Patience Patience. Rome was not built in a day

Hey there,

I have Hashimoto's Disease. Basically it's an autoimmune disease where your body attacks your thyroid which makes you hypo. I was on medication (thyroxine) for it but I had terrible side effects so I gave it the boot. While I was on the meds I lost quite a bit of weight (I think 12kg, so approximately 20lbs) in a month. I thought when I stopped taking them that I'd gain heaps of weight and never be able to lose, but I've actually found my weight loss has accelerated. I'm in med school so generally I'm anti-alternative medicine but I've found by eating a mostly gluten free diet I've been able to shed the weight

Good luck xx

I'm hypo, with dodgy TSH and I'm losing fairly steadily. I don't just rely on the meds, I also take kelp and a metabolic health supplement, and I'm fit and eat well and drink water.

It's all about finding the right balance for you - when you achieve balance, your body works more or less as normal

Low thyroid here as well. I work out like crazy and eat 1200 cals/day (if I'm lucky) and lose about 2 pounds a week.

It's been over a year since I've gotten my thyroid tested, since then lost 52 pounds and changed eating and working out, so I'm just curious if my thyroid results will change as well. The doctor I use sure isn't knowledgeable about thyroid though, he does't discuss all the different numbers, I even had to beg to get the full thyroid panel done. He hates fat people and swears my weight is only because I would eat constantly and sit around all day (all my life I've shown dogs/horses plus work full time, I assure you I don't sit around all day). I'm over due to go and so we will see what they are this year.

Low thyroid here as well. I work out like crazy and eat 1200 cals/day (if I'm lucky) and lose about 2 pounds a week.

It's been over a year since I've gotten my thyroid tested, since then lost 52 pounds and changed eating and working out, so I'm just curious if my thyroid results will change as well. The doctor I use sure isn't knowledgeable about thyroid though, he does't discuss all the different numbers, I even had to beg to get the full thyroid panel done. He hates fat people and swears my weight is only because I would eat constantly and sit around all day (all my life I've shown dogs/horses plus work full time, I assure you I don't sit around all day). I'm over due to go and so we will see what they are this year.

I am hypo with Hashimoto's. I would highly recommend that you see a doctor that specializes in thyroid. My GP knew nothing but did refer me to the proper doctor and I don't think I would make it without her and her kind advice, especially about my weight. I am just starting my second weight loss journey so hopefully I will have good luck (need to shed 30ish lbs). My next appt is in Oct so I hope I can make my doctor proud by showing up without the weight! By the way, congrats on your 52 lbs loss!!

i'm hypothyroid, had my whole thyroid removed June 2005, been on meds ever since. had trouble losing weight before that, have trouble losing weight since then. meds have NOTHING to do with it. it's all in the mind and listening to the body. i have been on synthroid or levothroxine for 7+ years. they don't help at all with weight loss.

BTW, i have pretty much given up on losing weight. i still am trying, but my focus is listening to my body and it's needs, eating healthy most of the time (still deserve my splurges) and exercising regularly. if the weight doesn't come off very fast, but i am feeling energized and in no pain, then that is what i am happy about.