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Unable To Lose Weight. Healthy Lifestyle. On Thyroxine. Help

i' am so desperate. I have put on 10kgs and cannot lose it. I eat very healthy exercise and only drink water. i have turned 50 but don't know if this has anything to do with it. i am so desperate and sad because no matter what i do i don't lose even 1kg. I started thyroxine a month ago but still nothing, please, please help
Wed, 31 Jul 2013
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General & Family Physician 's  Response
Hello dear,

Weight gain is a feature of hypothyroidism.
In this, there is decreased production of thyroid hormones resulting in decreased body metabolism, hence substitute for physiological thyroxin is required to regulate the metabolic process.

So, along with intake of thyroxin, a low calorie low fat diet and regular exercise should be followed such as:

1. Avoid eating white breads, rice and pasta. They have high calories and increases the blood sugar level.
2. It is better to have complex carbohydrates such as whole wheat bread, oatmeal and brown rice.
3. Consume low fat versions of milk and cheese and avoid oily foods.
4. Have a diet rich in low calorie protein foods such as egg whites, skinless chicken, fish, etc.
5. It is better to avoid soft drinks and fruit juices which are rich in calories.
Instead, drink large amount of water (about 6 to 8 glasses) throughout the day.
6. Dietary fiber such as whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and nuts can also be included in the diet.

If you still find any difficulty, kindly repeat your Thyroid profile investigations & consult your treating physician.

Wishing you a Good Health.
Thanks & take care.
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Homeopath Dr. Archana K's  Response
Hi
Thanks for writing in.
After reading your post,my suggestions would be:
1)suppot your thyroid gland by including iodine rich food in your diet.
2)to slow down ageing process include vit A,C,E n carotene. Consult your doctor for same.
3)eat fresh,wholesome food in peace.eat small meals every 2 hourly instead of big meal with long time gap.
4)daily 30 mins exercise is absolutely important .
Take care
Regards..
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Unable To Lose Weight. Healthy Lifestyle. On Thyroxine. Help

Hello dear, Weight gain is a feature of hypothyroidism. In this, there is decreased production of thyroid hormones resulting in decreased body metabolism, hence substitute for physiological thyroxin is required to regulate the metabolic process. So, along with intake of thyroxin, a low calorie low fat diet and regular exercise should be followed such as: 1. Avoid eating white breads, rice and pasta. They have high calories and increases the blood sugar level. 2. It is better to have complex carbohydrates such as whole wheat bread, oatmeal and brown rice. 3. Consume low fat versions of milk and cheese and avoid oily foods. 4. Have a diet rich in low calorie protein foods such as egg whites, skinless chicken, fish, etc. 5. It is better to avoid soft drinks and fruit juices which are rich in calories. Instead, drink large amount of water (about 6 to 8 glasses) throughout the day. 6. Dietary fiber such as whole grains, vegetables, fruits, and nuts can also be included in the diet. If you still find any difficulty, kindly repeat your Thyroid profile investigations & consult your treating physician. Wishing you a Good Health. Thanks & take care.