Hello, Anyone with Thyroid issues?

itsmecoleen
itsmecoleen Posts: 1
edited September 19 in Introduce Yourself
Hi everyone
Since I had my thyroid removed in Oct 08 I have gained 25 pounds that the Dr says I must loose.
That my frame is to small to carry that much extra so he put me on a 1200 calorie diet. I could chew my own arm off...any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Coleen

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  • BrenNew
    BrenNew Posts: 3,420 Member
    Hi everyone
    Since I had my thyroid removed in Oct 08 I have gained 25 pounds that the Dr says I must loose.
    That my frame is to small to carry that much extra so he put me on a 1200 calorie diet. I could chew my own arm off...any advice would be greatly appreciated.

    Coleen


    I've got a thyroid problem, but luckily, so far anyway, take care of it with medication.
    To help control you from "chewing off your arm" :laugh: I recommend making sure you eat plenty of protein and fiber each day. Also, drink lots of water, it really does help! :drinker:
    Welcome, you're gonna love it here. :love: MFP REALLY, REALLY DOES work! :happy:
  • jacqueline0821
    jacqueline0821 Posts: 667 Member
    I also have a thyroid problem but treat mine with a daily dose of medication. Unfortunately I gained some weight before it was diagnosed that I had hypothyroidism. I have lost about 15 pounds since then through eatting right and exercising. I am only 5 ft tall and my ideal weight is around 120 pounds so I have to work hard to get the last pounds off

    I recommend using the food diary here on MFP and logging all of your food. Find a exercise routine that works for you. The weight will come off with hard work and dedication.

    :flowerforyou:
  • karibari
    karibari Posts: 9 Member
    Yep...diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis and thyroid cancer six years ago....had my thyroid taken out and gained 80 pounds fairly rapidly. I used to feel hungry all the time, even on Synthroid. Now that I'm working out consistently and trying to eat a healthier diet, I don't feel quite as hungry. I try to fill up on lots of veggies, and high fiber. Let me know if you have any other questions! Good luck to you!
  • MOMOFTWO29
    MOMOFTWO29 Posts: 8,276 Member
    Hello and welcome to MFP. This site is awesome. You will love it here if you don't already. I love it here. It is so motivational, supportive, helpful, easy to use and everyone is so nice and friendly here. I just wanted to tell you good luck on your weight loss journey. You can do this!!!!!!!! :smile: :flowerforyou: :smile: :flowerforyou:
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