Hypothyroidism? Can you still lose weight?!
Question: I just found out today that I have hypothyroidism . I was just wondering, is it Impossible for me to lose weight?
Answers: I just found out today that I have hypothyroidism . I was just wondering, is it Impossible for me to lose weight?
You lose weight the same way anyone else dose. You have to eat less and exercise more. Plus you have an extra added burden that someone without thyroid disease does not. You have to take your medication exactly as prescribed, every day, and get blood tests often, and have your doctor adjust your dosage so that your thyroid levels remain normal.
Its hard. I found out last summer I have hypothyroidism as well. Basically you need to see how the medication reacts to your body. You might lose a few lbs. within the first few months.
I have had the worst time losing weight. I started at 189lb, I couldn't lose it no matter what. Basically, I told the doctor I really wanted to loose the weight, he put me on phentermine, a dietary supplement. I have now lost it and I'm weighting in at 164 lbs.
You need to start a very steady exercise plan. And healthy eatting habits, talk to your doctor! Best wishes!