Losing weight with PSOS & Thyroid Issues

mel02721
mel02721 Posts: 5
in Health and Weight Loss
How do/did you lose weight with PSOS? I feel like I am fighting the tide... it is very very very frustrating....

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  • omma_to_3
    omma_to_3 Posts: 3,265 Member
    I assume you mean PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome)? It's the same as it is for anyone else. Eat less than your body burns each day. Track everything, exercise (more important IMO for people with PCOS as it helps keep your insulin levels lower), and be consistent. It may come off slower than you'd like, but it will come off.

    Thyroid shouldn't affect weight loss at all if you're appropriately medicated.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,077 Member
    My DW has to take Synthroid daily and many females I have trained had PCOS. It takes more time, but as mentioned, it's still going to take calories in/out to achieve weight loss. One thing that's helped a lot of my clients is training HIIT style to help increase their RMR's.

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  • smartache
    smartache Posts: 2
    Several women I know on the reddit group XXKeto have had success with the keto diet with PCOS and Thyroid problems. You're welcome to check out the group here: http://www.reddit.com/r/xxketo There is a lot of info about the diet in the sidebar.
  • LJGettinSexy
    LJGettinSexy Posts: 223 Member
    I have a hypoactive thyroid and have managed to lose 35 lbs. I have to thank my doctor for the dedication he gave to me concerning my weight. If you are having weight issues, consult your thyroid doctor immediately to address your medication first and any other questions you have a physician should be able to help
  • annabananna1183
    annabananna1183 Posts: 14
    I have PCOS. I have found it most effective to eat at a calorie deficit (currently 1200 per day) and avoid processed/packaged foods. And honestly, psychologically keeping the consequences of NOT losing weight with this syndrome in mind every day helps a lot (i.e. I want to have kids). Losing weight will help symptoms of PCOS, so just keep going. Fall in love with vegetables and high fiber grains and healthy sources of protein. And even just a daily walk and weights to get at least some exercise.

    Daily staples for me...
    1) High fiber breakfast
    2) Almonds to snack on (limit of 30 nuts)
    3) Big salads (vegetables keep the calorie count low; get creative with different ingredients; make your own dressing and don't use too much; goat cheese for an indulgence is wonderful)
    4) Random push-ups/back extensions to break up desk work

    My mum has thyroid issues. Make sure your medication and treatment is up-to-date.

    Most important, perseverance and gentleness in relating to your body. You are trying to make yourself healthier - you have to be firm with yourself but also kind and nurturing in your way of thinking.
  • editorgrrl
    editorgrrl Posts: 7,060 Member
    MFP has a Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism group: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/770-hypothyroidism-and-hyperthyroidism

    I have Hashimoto's (autoimmune thyroid disease) and lost weight more slowly than most, so be patient! But I did it just like everybody else—by eating at a deficit. Read this: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants
  • SharonNehring
    SharonNehring Posts: 535 Member
    Eating reduced carbs is recommended for PCOS due to the insulin resistance that usually goes along with it. I've found the key for me is adding in exercise. When I slack off on exercising my weight loss slows/stops even while continuing to eat reduced carb and fewer calories. As a previous poster said, exercise helps to lower the blood sugar which has been critical for weight loss for me.

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