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Post by jessica on Jan 10, 2008 1:12:53 GMT -5
Among other things I was also diagnosed with Hypothyroidism...Which makes loosing weight extremely hard so, I just wanted to share this since alote of us are talking about loosing weight and nutrition....I just wanted to share what this docter said on this web site... I found this at www.allexpert.com under " loosing weight with hypothyroidism im sure Im not the only one dealing with this.... I will come back and share the symptoms of this as well so if you have any of theses symptoms you should sonsult your docter... Be Blessed! JessUnfortunately, most people with hypothyroidism find it difficult to lose weight. In my opinion, this may be in part due to the way the thyroid hormone is supplemented. Here are my suggestions: Diet -- plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables (1/2 plate), a fist-sized portion of lean protein, and a small portion of complex carbs (wild rice, whole grain pasta, etc). I am not necessarily a low carb advocate, though cutting out the high sugar, high fat snacks is always a plus. Drinking plenty of water will help with appetite suppression. Exercise -- Here's the rub. You need to choose an activity that you enjoy, and that you can do routinely. Your schedule sounds grueling, but I think that exercise will help your fatigue. Anything from pilates to walking to jogging, swimming, Tai Chi, yoga, weights, whatever.... Make it part of your routine during the day, and frankly, the more days you do it, the better off you'll be. Meds -- talk to your doctor about potentially adding Cytomel or T3 in a low dose. This is an additional type of thyroid medication that can often make people with hypothryoidism feel a bit better. Having said that, it is not 100%, and much of your fatigue may in fact be due to the schedule you keep. Depending on the ages of your children, you have a full plate. Parents (my wife and I included) often neglect our health because of the time we want to spend with the kids. My suggestion would be to at least take some personal time once or twice a week for yourself, even if it's simply doing the grocery shopping alone, or going for a walk alone. I know, easier said than done..... I have 3 kids myself. Best of luck. |
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Post by jessica on Jan 10, 2008 1:21:26 GMT -5
I also wanted to add this one they are talking about metabolism which is key to loosing weight... I got this article from www.ezinearticles.comMetabolism is a word that the weight loss industry uses freely when pushing its various weight loss programs. What many of these programs do not tell you is how the endocrine system relates to our metabolism and how changes to that system can drastically affect our ability to lose or even gain weight. At the center of the body’s hormonal system is the thyroid, a small butterfly shaped gland that sits atop the adams apple. The thyroid and the hormones it releases control most of the body’s metabolism. When the thyroid begins to malfunction or a disease affects its processes the metabolism of the body can become seriously affected. One of the biggest changes that can occur as a result of a thyroid problem is weight gain or weight loss. With a weight gain because of thyroid problems one can find it that much more difficult to loose that weight. What many people who are trying to loose weight do not take into account is how well their metabolism is functioning with regards to their thyroid. The main problem is most weight loss experts and programs recommend cutting calories. For many people this does work, but for those with a malfunctioning thyroid cutting calories can do more damage then good. There are two forms of thyroid disorders, hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Both conditions can have profound affects on a person’s metabolism. Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid does not release adequate amounts of the hormones T3 and T4. When this happens the metabolism slows, causing fatigue, weakness and rapid weight gain. For people trying to loose weight an under-active thyroid can make attaining any sort of weight loss nearly impossible. Cutting calories will not help with weight loss when suffering from this condition. In fact, because of the already slowed metabolism the body will start hoarding what little calories it is getting, further exacerbating the fatigue and weakness associated with hypothyroidism. Hyperthyroidism, on the other hand, occurs when the thyroid releases too much thyroid hormone. When this happens the person’s metabolism raises drastically. While this may seem like a good thing for someone trying to loose weight the truth is that both forms of thyroid dysfunction are extremely dangerous and must be treated with thyroid hormone replacement therapy. For those with normal thyroid function loosing and gaining weight is a matter of calories in and calories out. But for those who are having difficulty loosing weight despite trying all the normal routes making sure the thyroid is functioning properly may be the first step to restoring the body’s hormonal balance. |
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Post by jessica on Jan 10, 2008 1:31:13 GMT -5
here is some more info I found on the same site www.exinearticles.comThere are a number of factors that affect obesity and over weight. Our body has a number of glands that produce the different hormones to regulate body's performance. The problems related to hormonal imbalance is mainly due to the intake of drugs or due to hereditary problems. However there is nothing that can be done to cure the hereditary problems. Thyroid is a gland that produces the hormones to control the body's metabolism. There are two main diseases that are related to the malfunctioning of thyroid gland. Hyperactivity of this gland causes the problems such as gigantism. Similarly if the thyroid gland is under active it would lead to obesity and over weight. There are not many medicines that are available to control the functioning of the thyroid glands. However you can take help of the different exercises that are meant to control the body's metabolism rate. With the help of a few medicines you can also regulate the thyroid gland but then these medicines would be required to regulate the thyroid for life long. If you want a simple solution to the problem of thyroid and weight loss, then you simply may try the exercises that help you increase the body's metabolism. The breathing exercises that are a part of yoga are specifically meant to provide you with help related to body's metabolism. You can increase your body's metabolism with the help of the breathing exercises. The other advantage of breathing exercises is that it revitalizes your body and provides you with energy to do work. You can do these exercises at hour home without wasting much of your time. The problem is thyroid is not very common, hence people who are facing these problems do not usually find the right solution to it. There are a few medicines that are available to regulate the functioning of the thyroid gland, but then you would have to continue these medicines over a longer duration. There are a number of other techniques that can be used to control your body's metabolism. The food that you eat and the exercises that you do play an important role in deciding the body's functioning. With the help of the right diet and the correct exercise you can take care of obesity and over weight. If you think that you have a thyroid related problem then you can get the requisite medical check ups to rule it out. |
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Post by jessica on Jan 10, 2008 1:36:16 GMT -5
Last but certainly not least here is the symptoms of Hypothyroidism and I got my info from the same two sites listed in my above web sites........Be Blessed and Be Healthy....
Symptoms of Hypothyroidism
Fatigue
Weakness
Weight gain or increased difficulty losing weight
Coarse, dry hair
Dry, rough pale skin
Hair loss
Cold intolerance (can't tolerate the cold like those around you)
Muscle cramps and frequent muscle aches
Constipation
Depression
Irritability
Memory loss
Abnormal menstrual cycles
Decreased libido
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Post by livinganewlife on Jan 10, 2008 10:33:14 GMT -5
Jessica are you taking any medications for your thyroid condition?
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Post by jessica on Jan 10, 2008 11:47:08 GMT -5
Jessica are you taking any medications for your thyroid condition? yes, im on synthroid |
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Post by livinganewlife on Jan 10, 2008 12:08:01 GMT -5
Jessica, I am on synthroid too and the medicine may very well be attributing to your mood swings and suicidal tendencies.....
Please make sure your blood levels are checked regularly and please tell your doctor that you are experiencing these emotional problems as they may need to adjust your medicine to stabilize your thyroid levels.
Jessica, you must exercise daily with this disease and you must keep a positive outlook.....
People who do not have a thyroid condition can not understand the emotional challenges one face (especially women because the thyroid regulate your hormones.)
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Post by jessica on Jan 10, 2008 16:18:21 GMT -5
I know I just had my levels check not to long ago and my docter said that my levels where fine and too just continue the same medicatin that I am on.... Maybee I need a second opinion, my docter maybee a quack LOL
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Post by zelica on Apr 29, 2008 21:00:50 GMT -5
Hey LANL I have a question for ya!!! I am curiouse did you experience any hair loss on synthroid and if so does the hair loss ever stop???
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Post by livinganewlife on Apr 30, 2008 20:28:21 GMT -5
Hey LANL I have a question for ya!!! I am curiouse did you experience any hair loss on synthroid and if so does the hair loss ever stop??? Yes, I experienced major hair loss and the texture of my hair changed so I started loading up on my vitamins because that medicine can cause a vitamin deficiency too..... I take Geritol tonic in a bottle and it seems to be helping me....but be careful with the Geritol tonic as old people say "there's a baby in every bottle!" LOL |
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Post by zelica on Apr 30, 2008 20:51:04 GMT -5
Hey LANL I have a question for ya!!! I am curiouse did you experience any hair loss on synthroid and if so does the hair loss ever stop??? Yes, I experienced major hair loss and the texture of my hair changed so I started loading up on my vitamins because that medicine can cause a vitamin deficiency too..... I take Geritol tonic in a bottle and it seems to be helping me....but be careful with the Geritol tonic as old people say "there's a baby in every bottle!" LOL Me too, the texture of my hair has changed as well its weird I always had long thick course hair now its fine its still long all most past my waist but it has gotten alote thinner and finner over the last couple of years and its kind of scary.....Im going to have to try getting me some more vitamines and the geritol....Lord have mercy I dont want to loose any more of my glory!!! |
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Post by vindicated on May 1, 2008 22:47:25 GMT -5
Hey LANL I have a question for ya!!! I am curiouse did you experience any hair loss on synthroid and if so does the hair loss ever stop???
Yes, I experienced major hair loss and the texture of my hair changed so I started loading up on my vitamins because that medicine can cause a vitamin deficiency too.....I take Geritol tonic in a bottle and it seems to be helping me....but be careful with the Geritol tonic as old people say "there's a baby in every bottle!" LOL OH MY GOODNESS NO! I've been on synthroid since Sept 06. I haven't had hair loss though but I've noticed lately that my hair is quite dull looking. I recently got it cut almost all off so I can grow it out again. (bad hairdo. wrong person sewed in a weave and cut through my hair! i know!) But I have noticed that my thickness is coming back especially in the top. I'm gonna try my best to stay natural and just flat iron for straightness. I'm glad you said that though so I'm going to be sure to keep an eye on it too. So far so good. But I do take vitamins, especially since my thyroidectomy. I started JuicePlus last week, plus I take Magnesium, iodine, MSM, Omega3 and a B-complex. That's kind of a lot but I figure if I can put food in my mouth everyday I can put vitamins in my mouth everyday. Oh plus I have to take up to six Caltrates a day because when they took my thyroid they damaged my parathyroid gland, which controls calcium levels. I also take Cinnergen to help control blood sugar levels because thyroid health is connected to diabetes. This is also why I take the magnesium, and iodine. Both are connected to thyroid levels and the lack of them contribute to diabetes. |
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Post by vin on Aug 11, 2008 21:55:16 GMT -5
Having a fit losing weight. I walk anywhere from 2-3 miles a day and no weight loss. Blood pressure is excellent though. Better than ever. My doctor says it's my diet but he also recommened seeing another endocrinologist. Between January and April of 07 I lost 15 pounds then turned around and gained 27. Can't seem to get a single one of them to move.  I need prayer! |
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Post by livinganewlife on Aug 20, 2008 12:57:50 GMT -5
Having a fit losing weight. I walk anywhere from 2-3 miles a day and no weight loss. Blood pressure is excellent though. Better than ever. My doctor says it's my diet but he also recommened seeing another endocrinologist. Between January and April of 07 I lost 15 pounds then turned around and gained 27. Can't seem to get a single one of them to move. I need prayer! I couldn't lose weight either....but my endo put me on Metformin and I started Jenny Craig.....and lost almost 10 pounds in less than 2 months without much excersises...... I do Jenny Craig some but I exchange my foods out as Jenny is very expensive but it worked and just remember my portion controls.... I feel better too! ask your Dr. about Metformin because many thyroid patients are insulin resistance.... and the Metformin help regulate the blood sugar and of course I cut out all sugars and it has truly helped... |
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Post by vin on Aug 20, 2008 22:12:57 GMT -5
Isn't that a form of insulin?
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I need prayer!