Hypothyroid messing with weight

pallaviski
pallaviski Posts: 6 Member
edited December 2024 in Motivation and Support
Hi!

I'm 23 and while I used to be underweight before I suddenly put on 12 kilos and realised i have hypothyroidism. I have been bloated for about 4 years now. No matter what I do - diet, exercise, Thyroid supplements - nothing seems to bring my weight down. I'm freaking out because I put on a kilo every couple of months even when I'm desperately trying to lose.

Has anyone else experienced this? Even my fitness trainer was stumped. :/

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  • queenliz99
    queenliz99 Posts: 15,317 Member
    Do you count calories? Do you use a food scale to weigh everything but liquids?
  • pallaviski
    pallaviski Posts: 6 Member
    queenliz99 wrote: »
    Do you count calories? Do you use a food scale to weigh everything but liquids?

    I do count calories and measure portions, yes.
  • pallaviski
    pallaviski Posts: 6 Member
    pallaviski wrote: »
    queenliz99 wrote: »
    Do you count calories? Do you use a food scale to weigh everything but liquids?

    I do count calories and measure portions, yes.

    This very app told me that going by my lifestyle, I should have lost 4 kilos - 3 and a half months ago.
  • queenliz99
    queenliz99 Posts: 15,317 Member
    Do you use a food scale?
  • pallaviski
    pallaviski Posts: 6 Member
    queenliz99 wrote: »
    Do you use a food scale?

    Not all the time. I just go by weight markings.
  • Ashtoretet
    Ashtoretet Posts: 378 Member
    You say you're taking thyroid supplements. What is your doctor saying about your thyroid? Most people with hypothyroidism can control it with medicine, and if not, it's a sign of needing surgery.

    Also, what is your fitness setting on MFP and are you eating back exercise calories?
  • pallaviski
    pallaviski Posts: 6 Member
    Ashtoretet wrote: »
    You say you're taking thyroid supplements. What is your doctor saying about your thyroid? Most people with hypothyroidism can control it with medicine, and if not, it's a sign of needing surgery.

    Also, what is your fitness setting on MFP and are you eating back exercise calories?

    My Doctor says my THS levels aren't a massive dip. Even my dosage of Eltroxin (The supplement I've been prescribed) is a low average. But weight loss is becoming impossible. I am very bloated and I have a classic thyroid moon chin which makes me want to wear a paper bag over my head because that's where the weight gain is most visible.

    I do NOT eat exercise calories.
  • queenliz99
    queenliz99 Posts: 15,317 Member
    http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1296011/calorie-counting-101/p1
  • tomika36
    tomika36 Posts: 5 Member
    Hi idk if my message sent but here goes again I discovered I had the same tyroid issues around age 25 for yrs struggled about 4months ago I eliminated carbs,oils,and sugars. It is strict but I've dropped 30lbs I go 2 gymn or walk 2-3 days a week. Diet consist of fruits (apples,oranges, grapefruit,melons and berries). Veggies any except potatoes, and proteins I limit pork. It's strict but I needed a radical change I refused 2 hit 40 and continue 2be over 200lbs. It's extreme but works my Dr. Agreed with my plan and I log all my food n work outs so he can review. Add me if you want more tips
  • LKArgh
    LKArgh Posts: 5,178 Member
    pallaviski wrote: »
    Hi!

    I'm 23 and while I used to be underweight before I suddenly put on 12 kilos and realised i have hypothyroidism. I have been bloated for about 4 years now. No matter what I do - diet, exercise, Thyroid supplements - nothing seems to bring my weight down. I'm freaking out because I put on a kilo every couple of months even when I'm desperately trying to lose.

    Has anyone else experienced this? Even my fitness trainer was stumped. :/

    I hope by supplements you mean levothyroxine, prescribed and regularly adjusted by your dr, right? If your thyroid is under control, it is highly unlikely it is to blame for your weight gain. Because of your age, it sounds more like a combination of getting past adolescence (and no longer growing) plus lifestyle changes.
  • Gerbsxyng412
    Gerbsxyng412 Posts: 86 Member
    I also struggled with same issues for years I am now taking some supplements eating med/high protein and low carb. I am down 70 lbs and 56 inches since April 2013. Add me as a friend if you would like
  • pallaviski
    pallaviski Posts: 6 Member
    Hi guys. I'm happy to report that I have STOPPED taking Eltroxin and I'm trying meal scheduling and exercise and I HAVE managed to drop a kilo. Which is not much but its progress. :)
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