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This is puzzling. What is the cause of your hyperthyroidism? Did your labs indicate that you were overmedicated? At that height and weight, why are you so concerned that you're going to the trouble of logging your food? Do you weigh and measure your food? It's possible that 2000-2500 is what it should be to maintain,…

I need to say first that I'm genuinely happy for anyone who had a happy childhood. The one thing I gained from the way I was parented is to value kindness above all other traits a person can possess. If you are strong enough (and perceptive enough), you can see that only weak people want to hurt people. My parents were…

You have willpower. You just haven't found your motivation yet. Finding that will go a long way.

You are definitely on the right track. Your protein is higher than it strictly needs to be, but not to the point that it would be a problem. When you have that little to lose though, is usually recommended to go down to a .5 per week goal.

I average around 15 cups, usually without trying.

While that's true, I was speaking to her goal, which would likely continue if she did start measuring her food, unless she reevaluates.

If you had it set for a one pound per week goal, and you're eating about 1000 under that, you're actually aiming to lose 3 pounds per week, which isn't remotely reasonable or healthy, with those stats. Have you tried eating to your entered goal?

As far as diet, there's one way of eating call the anti-inflammatory diet which could be helpful in that aspect of your troubles. Keto also reduces inflammatory markers, and leads to a reduction in pain for some, but it's obviously more restrictive. Have you tried physical therapy? It could help you resume more normal…

As to experience with a higher heart rate during exertion, yeah. Mine can get very high using the elliptical, and once on a treadmill for a cardiac stress test. At the rate you have been reading, I can breathe normally, and actually even sing like normal. It takes getting over 180 for me to start huffing and puffing, and I…

Your dietary needs are very different from those with with a gallbladder. Literally anyone can call themselves a nutritionist, no required qualifications, certifications, or standards. You need to see a Registered Dietician, and your insurance should cover it. Your macros will look very different when following your…

That is correct. There are some net carbs version entries for some foods, or you could figure it yourself by subtracting your fiber from your carbs for the day, or (last I knew of) there's a net carbs column you can add (and if memory serves, it might be via a browser extension). I'd recommend entering the words net carbs…

How many would make it public information that they sought it, and didn't qualify?

One thing I'd just like to say is that I tried the Samsung Gear Fit2, and returned it after a week. I had been losing (for a few months) 1.5 pounds per week eating what it said was my TDEE. Utter waste. I wish Jawbone hadn't done away with the BodyMedia line when they bought it out. It was the only one ever accurate enough…

Yes and no. Weight loss is mostly about intake vs expenditure, but keto can help a lot with that. It suppresses the appetite to the point that many have a bit of trouble eating enough, so if appetite is a big obstacle for you, then it would help you keep your intake where you want it. If carb cravings are a problem for…

There's no excuse for her behavior, and it is extraordinarily selfish. You are clearly terrified of losing her, and that should be enough, but the truth is that you both could, and I would bet she hasn't thought much about that. My father had a terrible stroke at 58, and has been in diapers, and had to have constant care…

Is it correct that you joined 4 weeks ago? Have you lost those 15 pounds since then? What your doctor is suggesting is beyond unhealthy and irresponsible. It truly isn't even possible. That would require a 3500 calorie deficit per day, and your full TDEE can't even be that much. In other words, even if you didn't eat a…

I would have to ask my doctor, I was told no thyroid problems. And no, pretty normal during the day, I am sometimes a hot sleeper though.[/quote] It would be worth checking into, particularly if you have any other hypothyroidism symptoms. Most doctors will only test TSH without a lot of prodding, and that doesn't actually…

Did you have a thyroid panel, or just TSH tested? Does Your body temp run low?

If you feel like you need 0 calorie foods, your deficit is too aggressive, and unsustainable.

Sorry, but the thyroid issue is all I might be able to offer help with. I suggest you look up (and try) NP Thyroid. You'd be glad you did. It's always a long road getting the dose up to where you need it, but we'll worth it to say the least. Best of luck.

That's a very good plan. How often are you having ultrasounds? Does it feel like you're gaining mostly in the belly? An OB I saw was concerned I was gaining too quickly, but it turned out I had excessive amniotic fluid (and a large baby). In the first month after he was born, I dropped a full 30 pounds eating at…

I was pretty sure I'd be an outlier, but thought it might be helpful because you said this is for learning experience. At that weight, I was a size 10. I have a large frame, and my hips just don't get any narrower than that.

I have been 134 pounds, and I'm about 5'3". What size do you think I was then?

My father-in-law 100% successfully quit cold turkey (around 3 years ago) after saying he'd never quit, and being a 40+ year chain-smoker. A stroke will scare you like that. Rather than nicotine replacement, or a medication, he replaced cigarettes with cinnamon sticks. He still sometimes goes outside to have it, and he gets…

Sounds like morning sickness.

If you're in ketosis (8 pounds in 10 days sounds like it), hypoglycemia is moot. The body (and brain) takes its energy almost entirely from ketones, rather than glucose. That said, you also wouldn't necessarily need to stick to induction levels anymore either. If you feel unwell, you need to look at your electrolytes. Your…

If I understand your post correctly, your macros and calories are not even close to adding up. What are your macro goals?

Every one of my cholesterol numbers improved between 25 and 45% in the space of 5.5 months on keto. On keto, the fats do not stay fats in the bloodstream. They're converted to ketones to be readily used as fuel for the body. At the very least, the ratios improve, but you could see improvement all around. Around 50-60% of…

Honey, that doctor gave you terrible advice. I'd look for a better doctor, and get their opinion. Can you tell me what other 'strong effects/symptoms' you have? To look at you, you are barely carrying any excess body fat. Maybe 3-4 kgs tops. That is not to the point that it should be interfering with your menstrual cycle.…

Can you explain why you believe you are dehydrated? It's possible you're mistaking the "dry mouth" side effect for dehydration. That side effect can cause fierce thirst, but doesn't equal dehydration. With your appetite suppressed, it will be important to make sure you're eating enough. If you're losing weight too fast,…