A Diet Plan That Actually Works With Hypothyroidism

xWelsh_Biatchx · Newbie Joined: 18 Dec 2006 Posts: 7 Location: Neath

Hi, i have been hypo for about half a year now and i cant seem to lose weight properly without eventually putting it back on, im on 50mcg of Levothyroxine and was wondering if anyone has the same condition as me who is following a diet plan of some sort with no excerise, as i dont have time for that with college and the coursework,etc Hopefully someone can help me Smile

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Mitamins · Silver Member Joined: 11 Jan 2007 Posts: 166

If you have an underactive thyroid, it may be helpful to consume plenty of sea vegetables, such as kelp, nori, dulse, Kombu, and wakame. Fish and sea salt are also good sources of iodine. Essential fatty acids found in flaxseeds, walnuts, and fish are important for thyroid function. Hypothyroidism can also be traced to a deficiency of several other minerals, including zinc, selenium, and copper. A deficiency of amino acid tyrosine is often present in those with hypothyroidism. To make sure you’re getting enough nutrients, incorporate pumpkin seeds, beans, almonds, soy products, and fish into diet. Encourage faster elimination of food by eating more fiber in the form of whole grains, beans, fruits and vegetables. You must stay adequately hydrated.

Certain vegetables known as goitrogens may suppress thyroid function. These include kale, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, soy and Brussels sprouts. Cooking the vegetables, so that they are safe to eat it. Most tap water is full of fluorine and chlorine, two chemicals that inhibit your ability to absorb iodine. People with hypothyroidism must be especially wary of it.

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Jeanna · Newbie Joined: 13 Mar 2007 Posts: 1

I to have hypothryoidism, Im on 200 mcg a day . I have had this condition for 4 years and the weight problem is getting worse.They keep telling me it will get better , so they raise the level of medicine.

patty3p1 · Newbie Joined: 26 Apr 2007 Posts: 1 Location: Ohio

Jeanna,
I have about the same problem. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism in 1999 and have been taking synthyroid .125 mg for the last 6 months to no avail. This is the third time the Dr. has increased the dosage amount. I have yet to find a diet that works without exercise.

Good Luck and keep me posted if you find one.

patty3p1

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Hi there I also have the same problem I had my thryoid removed last Oct due to multinodular goitre(the doc said after it was removed it was the size of a large grapefruit) well now my TSH is 1.27 cannot lose a pound and felt horrible the last month so I started taking tyrosine twice daily feel a whole lot better but cannot lose an ounce, I had lost 50 pounds before surgery and would like to lose an 30 but have had no luck and advice would be appreciated.
Suzie

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Hello ladies, i was in 1982 without a thyroid gland and have been taking synthroid since i was first diagnosed. I am 5'8" and I fluxuate between 185 pounds and 210 pounds and I have been as high as .200 with synthroid. There are times when i dont diet and lose 20 in three weeks and times to where i eat once a day and gain 20 pounds i cant really control my wieght either. I cant offer any advice on diet plans but i can advise that you talk to your doctor of possible breakfast foods that you may eat that can minimize the effectiveness of medication.

MyevilThyroid! · Newbie Joined: 07 Jun 2008 Posts: 1

A Diet Plan That Actually Works With Hypothyroidism

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