Overweight and Anti-Thyroid Medicines
summaiyahhyder
Posts: 11
Hey,
I'm new to this site (and forum). I'm overweight and I was diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism early last month after months of being sick. Several doctors later, I finally have a reason. I've been on Methimazole for a month --- and I feel like I gain weight no matter what I eat. My appetite has been horrible (average day: quarter of an apple for breakfast, watermelon for lunch, some strawberries in between, and for dinner -- i'll have maybe some chicken with bread).
Any suggestions on how to lose weight (especially now that my metabolism is even slower with the anti-thyroid medicine)? What's worked for you guys?
I'm new to this site (and forum). I'm overweight and I was diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism early last month after months of being sick. Several doctors later, I finally have a reason. I've been on Methimazole for a month --- and I feel like I gain weight no matter what I eat. My appetite has been horrible (average day: quarter of an apple for breakfast, watermelon for lunch, some strawberries in between, and for dinner -- i'll have maybe some chicken with bread).
Any suggestions on how to lose weight (especially now that my metabolism is even slower with the anti-thyroid medicine)? What's worked for you guys?
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I also am hyperthyroid (Graves disease) and am also on methimizole. I gained 10 lbs on methimizole and it stayed on for most of 2011. Then in 2012 so far I have lost about 5 lbs. Its been tough and SLOW. I eat less than I used to, and more protein, and healthier, and its still super slow!! Additionally, I work out most days (6 of 7) 45 minutes to two hours. But now finally my old pants fit, even though I am 5 lbs over. I also went to a nutritionist who suggested I don't eat back all my exercise calories (she said to eat 1900 calories on the days I exercised an hour or less, and 2100 calories on the days I exercised two hours or more. Some of those days I can burn 700+ calories but she said to only eat 200 of them back. I haven't executed that plan perfectly yet -- I have been eating more of those exercise calories back than I should. I also gain and lose the same pound or two forever. Good luck to you. Add me to your friend list if you wish.0
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I've pretty much lost my appetite since starting Methimazole and am not eating well at all -- I don't think I am reaching the 1200 mark every day. I have started using the Wii Fit a few times a week for 30-60 minutes, so let's see if that helps.0
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There is a lot of information on-line to help you. Check out the website Stop the Thyroid Madness and google Mary Shoman.
I think you are not losing weight because you are not eating enough and your metabolism is slowing down - 1200 calories is very low.0 -
I was on the same med and could not loose weight, did not feel well. Finally had to have surgery and 1/2 of thyroid removed. I'm great now. It is very difficult to have your thyroid out of balance. I found it impossible to loose weight....between constant low anxiety, increased appetite and food seeking behavior. Take a deep breath and relax, good luck with it.0
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Thank you all! It's nice to get to talk to people going through what I am. Been a roller coaster ride for sure. Hope it improves in time.0
