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Suggest Ways To Lose Weight While On Levothyroxine

Hi I am on Levothyroxine 75 mcg for hypothyroid condition;. due to surgery and removal of thyroid. (cancer) It is been 22years. My tsh levels read in the normal range (to the higher #) but I find it near impossible to lose weight. Is it necessary to have T3 to lose weight. ? And does the natural Armour thyroid work better for losing weight when using it in place of a synthetic. Armour thyroid tends to be a controversy. What is your opinion?
Tue, 28 May 2019
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Hi,

Continue to have levothyroxine and get TSH checked every month, doses would be titrated accordingly to maintain a euthyroid state.

For weight reduction, change dietary habits, have plentiful raw veggies and fruits, cut on carbs, do cardio, be active, be stress-free, take green tea, take 8-hour sleep and avoid alcohol and junk food.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Ways To Lose Weight While On Levothyroxine

Hi, Continue to have levothyroxine and get TSH checked every month, doses would be titrated accordingly to maintain a euthyroid state. For weight reduction, change dietary habits, have plentiful raw veggies and fruits, cut on carbs, do cardio, be active, be stress-free, take green tea, take 8-hour sleep and avoid alcohol and junk food. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician