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  • msoptimistic1 - you mentioned that you take your Levothyroxine at the same time every day. Could I just check whether you take it on an empty stomach (e.g. first thing in the morning) and then don't eat or drink anything for at least an hour afterwards? You should also avoid taking any other medication or vitamins that…
    in new diagnosis of hypothyroidism Comment by Lizanne1975 August 2014
  • I've got Hashimoto's thyroiditis which has resulted in hypothyroidism. I've been living with it for about 5 years now and am on thyroid meds. It's always difficult to give other people advice as everyone's bodies are different and react differently to foods and exercise. I try to limit foods like soy, goitrogens and…
    in Hashimotos anyone??? Comment by Lizanne1975 August 2014
  • Too low-calorie intake will wreak havoc to your metabolism and have a negative effect on your thyroid. Cutting too many calories out of your diet also inhibits the conversion of T4 to T3 and causes your body to start storing fat instead of burning it. If your TSH level's are correct, it may be that the conversion from T4…
    in Calorie Intake Comment by Lizanne1975 August 2014
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