Weight Loss/Maintenance as a Hypothyroid Person Group

At the Start of My Journey

posted by Guineveremaire on 6:59 am

  Hello!  New to hypothryoidism, and new to the website.  A little about me: I am inching ever so close to 40 (at the time of this entry I am 37, 38 in March).  I am a single Mother ot two children, (ages at the moment 8 and 13).  Currently I have the following diagosis: ADHD, Chronic daily Headache/Migranes, IBS, and Hypothyroism.  Which means I am popping 5 pills a day.  I am commited to changing my diet, exercise, and getting off of one of these meds at least.  I am a firm believer that I can through diet and exercise.  Espically the IBS portion.  It is linked to the thyroid, and if I can get that in check, I am sure the IBS will become a distant memory.  At least that is my hope.  I have started my education about hypothyroidism.
 I joined Molly's group on About, and Facebook.  I am nearly finished with Jillian Michaels "Master Your Metabolism" and have another book of hers called "Making the Cut".
Since finances are tight,I just finished school, and I am looking for work. I have a workout video at home.  It is Richard Simmons" Dance Your Pants Off".  Yes you can collectively groan now... Once I am hired somewhere, I plan to join the YMCA that is (30 min away) and get into Zumba and Kettlebells. I love Zumba.  I was in a class a year ago, just to try it out.  Loved it!  
After talking with my endocinologist, and family med doctor they both are in agreement that following Jillian's plan laid out in the Master book, is a healhly diet for me, and one to get my thyroid back to where it belongs.  My level was at a 8.15!  Yikes  (just a side note: I live in Minnesota, 45 min drive from the Mayo Clinic)
So be patient with me, if I make some classic newbie moves, and have a question or two..  Thank you for the support, encouragment, and I look forward to learning a lot!

Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/groups/group/hypothyroid-support/#ixzz1ltfjyCPb

Almost to my GOAL!

posted by marisoljaponte on 12:02 am

Hello everyone! 
I'm new to this group but not to Livestrong. I have used the forums and MyPlate on and off for several years now. I have been struggling since childhood with my thryoid disorder, sleep issues and weight gain. As I get closer to my goal weight (5lbs left!) I promised myself that I would share my experience and what I learned along the way with other people with thyroid disorders. It has taken me over 5yrs to loose 30lbs but I feel amazing! I look forward to hearing other people's stories.
Take care,
Marisol

marisol-aponte.healthcoach.integrativenutrition.com

New and Scared

posted by Chelsea19 on 10:44 am

'm struggling with my new diagnosis. I'm 19 years old and was told by my doctor I have to be on meds my whole life.
I hear so much about how hard it is to lose weight, it frigthens me! Is there any hope?
Ive been trying to lose more weight for two years until I was diagnosed...finding out my TSH level is 5.94
If my TSH level went down to 2ish would it be a ton easier for me to lose weight then it has been in the past????????
In the past I excersized 90mins 5 or 6 days a week and ate very healthy without a single pound.
Please help me I'm very depressed and scared.

Is anybody out there?

posted by ljracca on 3:34 pm

Haven't seen any posts to this group in a while.....Just wanted to see if anyone is still active.  If you are looking to lose weight, a more active group is the Biggest Loser livestrong group.  Lot's of posts and support.

Back on the wagon...

posted by vaustin74 on 10:06 am

I have been on this site since July of '09. I haven't done a very good job of keeping track . Maybe if I try group participation, the support might help. These last few days I have been so unbelievably tired. I have tried those 5 hour energy drinks and they help keep me awake but there really is no burst of energy. My mother is also hypothyroid and she is very active...I dont understand where she gets all her energy from...

im new

posted by armywife2006 on 2:41 pm

hi im new to the site.  im 22 years old and 5'2 208 lbs,   i was diagnosed at 11years old with not only hypothryiodism but also depression. i was told when i was like 14 that if i took my meds regularly my thyriod would evenually work on its own and i would need them.  having two kids 19 months apart hasnt helped with the weight.  i eat right and excerse and have gained 7 lbs in the past week i just got back from vacation where i was eating tons of fastfood and sitting on my butt and i lost weight so i would love some advice and movtivation

Just whining:-)

posted by ljracca on 1:24 pm

I am sooooo fatigued today.  Feel like I'm doing everything in slow motion.  I'm waiting for my latest tests to come back....I think they need to adjust my thryoid hormone again!  Gave blood yesterday at work and it just about wiped me out.  All I want to do is sleep!  Certainly don't have the energy to work out.  Ugh!  Thanks for listening.  Just needed to whine to someone who would understand. 

Foods to Eat

posted by Lily68 on 6:38 am

Good Day to all.
 Dr. Oz had the thyroid show which was good, he did not say
 what the best foods for us to eat? Any suggestions, I know that
capsian is good for metabolism? Any more fuel burning foods?

Giving it a second chance!

posted by 25-2go on 7:03 am

Newbie

posted by heathcliffe on 4:42 pm

Hey all,
I'm new to this group and website.  I just turned 29 and I have been struggling with my weight for as long as I can remember.  I was diagnosed with hypothyroid about 10 years ago and it has been an uphill battle the whole time.  I am on synthyroid, but I don't feel that it works that well.  I still have many of the symptoms of hypothyroid, but my blood levels are "normal."  Currently, I weigh 195 lbs.  When I started trying to lose weight 2 yrs ago I weighed 230lbs.  I worked really hard for two years and I only lost 35 lbs.  I relapsed for a few months due to discouragement, but started working out again and got to 195.  I am now at a major plateau and have been for several months.  I work out 4-5 times per week and I eat healthy, but I don't seem to make any progress.  Two weeks ago I stopped working out to see if it would make any difference, and it did.  I gained a few pounds and felt terrible about myself.  I'm back to working out, but I am still discouraged about not losing weight.  I feel that it has something to do with my thyroid, but the doctors keep saying that it is "normal" and I shouldn't worry.  
Anyone else have a similar experience or advice to share?  Thanks! :) 

Hashimoto's with Celiac disease

posted by jujubetoo on 9:15 am

Hi All, I'm new here.
Although I was diagnosed with hypothyroid 5 years ago, no one seemed to care why until recently.  My new endo decided to test for Hashimoto's and that's the cause.  On top of that, this year I was also diagnosed with Celiac disease.  Guess what I also just found out from my endo?  15% of Hashimoto's patients also have the gluten-protein antibodies!  So, if you have Hashimoto's I recommend getting test for the gluten-protein antibodies and if that's postiive, go for a colon bioposy to be sure.
So, learning to be gluten-free is half my battle.  The other half is loosing the 9 lbs I gained since November when I stopped running because of a knee injury.  I started biking again in June and have built up to 100 miles a week.  But I have to admit, that I feel "cheated" out of all the fun foods like cakes and cookies that were readily available.  To "over" compensate, I've been baking gluten-free and then over eating gluten-free.  I think I'm over that part now. 
So, the next step is to manage my energy, my food (since 10 extra pounds certainly doesn't help the knee) and get back to running.
Since I'm all over the board with this stuff, I'll shoot off into another direction. I had my medication dosages all changed this week.  I went from 56 mcg of levoxyl and 25 mcg of cytomel to 88mcg of synthroid and 5 mcg of cytomel twice a day.
I do think the new dosage fits the numbers of my tests better.  My T4 was low, T3 was high and TSH was .064.  The dosage had to be lowered over all since I am now absorbing the medication better as my intestinal tract heals (gluten-free for 3 months now).  But the quick shift has left me a little wrung out after feeling over heated and sweaty for weeks.  If there was ever proof that higher levels of thyroid hormones don't really contribute to weight loss, I'm it.
Ok, done whining. I have to lots to do this afternoon.  Have a great day!

I am new here, though shouldn\'t be surprised

posted by -Sandy- on 6:44 am

About ten years ago I had half my thyroid removed (cold nodule, non-cancerous) and I was lucky enough to have my remaining gland produce enough hormones so I didn't require thyroid meds. I would go back from time to time for an annual blood test to check and it remained the same. I stopped getting the blood checked a few years back so I don't know exactly when my remaining thyroid started struggling.
 
I am on a weight loss program through my new doctor and I had to have blood drawn for that and low and behold, I'm now hypothyroid. I preferred the more natural method which has been around for many years - Armour Thyriod - over the Synthroid. I know many people that switched from Synthroid to the Armour and experienced a very positive reaction. Thankfully my doctor isn't against writing the script for that (I hear many down right REFUSE to) and she actually said that she's heard similar stories.
 
As it is, I'm being put on three new meds (including the Armour) - two of which I will be able to let go of once the weight drops off - the Blood Pressure/Water Pill med and Cholesterol med. Here's looking for a positive shift in how I feel :)  

time off

posted by debbiedoo on 5:39 am

I am not tracking this week..or the next,I think that I am obsessive enough about food that some how the tracking part makes it worse. I know how many calories are in just about everything I eat. I am going to eat 3 meals a day at about 300 calories each and have a glass or two of wine in the evening I feel like it. Done. I will continue to exercise daily at the rec center and weigh weekly. Done. The last time I did this was during the hurricane and I lost weight..I hope it works again.

Hi guys!

posted by chilipepperpu on 7:47 pm

Hello guys,
 
I am a new kid on this block and here to share my goals, achievements and disappointments with all you wonderful people out here supporting each other.
 
26 yr old standing 5 feet tall (well great things come in small packages) weighing 154 lbs diagnosed with hypothyroidism for just about a year ago…weight hasn’t been a big deal until just couple of years ago when I seized to be active (work was the only exercise that I had) eating all that came my way (I am a vegetarian). 4 years now and I wonder how did I let this happen me???
 
15 days ago I saw my endocrinologist who also happens to be an expert in metabolic diseases and weight management said my weight gain is not just a thyroid problem; yes it does contribute but not the only reason. I got to change my lifestyle includes exercise and eating habits. We had about 2 hours of chat and guys it was real eye-opener! “A new me”
 
I have since then exercised every single day and keeping notes of what gets into my mouth(good or bad) believe me it works guys! I haven’t lost weight yet but I feel so good.. like a whole lot of stamina is infused into me and like this energy is flowing..
 
Will keep you posted about my weight loss goals and exercise routines. Way to go guys!
 
Happy Life
Signing off

are there any natural choices for an 11 yrs old child?

posted by angels1 on 5:56 pm

Hey, I am really writing for my 11 yr old. She was recently diagnosed with hypothyroid, and I am looking any natural alternatives to Sythroid. I really want to help her, but I would like to know  all the options before putting more man-made chemicals in my child. please let me know if anyone has any suggestions.

Hello Everyone

posted by sweetnesa on 12:41 pm

I am new too this site. I am 30 and I have struggled with a throid problem my whole life. I was first diagnosed at 14 but was told that all the throat and ear infections I had a child was my thyroid attacking itself. At 14 the Dr's discovered I no loger had a gland. I was always thin til I had my son 10 years ago. I lost the weight at first but now I weigh 30 more pounds then my pregnancy weight which was 50 more then I weighed before. about 2 years ago I learned I was no longer absorbing the synthroid in pill form. I am now currently taking 2 levotyhroxine injections at 250 mg a piece two times a week a total of 1000 mg a week and my levels are still not normal and my weight continues to climb. I am glad there is support and others who understand.

hello all

posted by JDpuma on 2:23 pm

hi all! I'm just wondering if there are any posts to this group yet. I am struggling big time with various health\thyroid\parathyroid issues and as a marathoner I am frustrated! I need encouragment, help, and empathy. How is everyone else doing in the group?