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Battling Hypothyroidism

phoenix082181
phoenix082181 Posts: 2
edited January 31 in Motivation and Support
I was diagnosed with Hachimoto's disease a few months ago. It explains why I am having trouble losing weight. I am still trying though. At my heaviest I was 112lbs. My weight has fluctuated from 205 - 212 for quite some time.Lately I have been trying to get out and walk or ride bike at least 3 times a week. I haven't been very consistent. I wake up with the best of intentions and I go to sleep hating my failures. I feel really good today. I got out and rode my bike for a full hour with my son. I indulged in one snickers bar. It was enough for the entire day. I feel really good tonight. I am hoping tomorrow I will have even more will power than today.

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  • paleobacon
    paleobacon Posts: 38 Member
    I have a family history of hypothyroid and my antibodies are high so it seems like I'm heading down that path. It's definitely difficult (I've watched my mom go through it - undiagnosed for YEARS). However she saw some general life improvements when she went gluten-free. If you haven't tried it yet, I'd suggest trying it for a few weeks and see how you feel.

    *disclaimer - I'm making suggestions from personal experience. I have no medical expertise whatsoever.
  • phoenix082181
    phoenix082181 Posts: 2
    Yes i am really trying to go the gluten free route. Ive tried a few gluten free products. They are so dry, or sometime gummy. But I really like Bob's Red Mill cornbread mix. Almost as good as the real deal, maybe just a little more crumbly.
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