What should I do with my hypothyroidism?

Question

I got thyroid cancer 4 years ago, went through the whole sugery removal, radiation, the works. Now I"m fine. My TSH level is fine. I take hormone replacments pills everyday. Anyone who is hypothyroidism knows losing weight feels like trying to get into the olympics. Now, everytime I go to my doctor to ask what I can do to lose weight, he give me BS answers.....join and gym, eat less, eat healthier. Done all the that. Within those 4 years, I still work out on a regular basis, been eating super healthy, still do. I don't lose a pound. I"m not overweight, but I would like to shed some pounds. It's embrassing to be working out so much, and not have anything to show for it. So if theirs any sugestion or similar stories, please share.

Also, I can't eat breakfast, which is the most important meal. Because My medication requires to be taken on an empty stomach. So I must take it first thing in the morning. And I have to wait an hour to eat, we can't eat in school. I have the thyroid diet book, didn't help too much. and when I say I eat healthy, i'm not just talking about just no sweets. it's not meat other than fish, no chips, no soda. it's as healthy as it can get. i herad about putting more fiber into your diet helps? I live on broccoli... literally. it's my favorite food so that doesn't work. cutting calories doesn't work. working out everyday isn't going well...low carb doesn't work...

also my goal isn't crazy... if i eve see myself drop 5-10 pounds i'll jump for joy. it doesn't have to even be a ..lose X amt of pounds in 2 seconds... I have all the time in the world.. I just really need some advice

Answer 1

I have had the same problem but have recently finally started to lose weight (without even working out). I don't want to oversimplify but its really about less calories in then you are expending, that simple. I don't understand why you are taking your med in the am and missing breakfast. You should just take it in the evening before bed when you shouldn't be eating anyway. There is no need to take it in the am. You need a light breakfast and to eat a healthy snack every couple of hours along with sensible lunch and dinner. Good luck.

Answer 2

Hi!!
You should take your meds just before going to bed, this is generally recommended. I take mine in the morning by the time I have breafast an hour has past. I don't usually go to bed on an empty stomach - snack attack!!
I still have thyroid cancer, it has been 5 years. I have gained some weight as you know going hypo for scans can do that. My dr tells me I am getting older and that is why the weight wont' go. I am not obese but would like to lose a bit more.
Sometimes working out add muscle weight and I guess it is suggested not to go according to your body weight you BMI is better.
Anytime you want to talk just email me. I have a support group where I talk to others all the time so don't feel like you are imposing by asking questions, I love to get email and help when I can!

Answer 3

I am sorry to hear about your cancer. I take a pill for hypothyroidism. I know now that my sleep disorder has contributed to it more than anything. I get plenty of proper diet and exercise and listen to my doctor. Sleep is something that has to be a regular cycle of good sleep to be healthy. It is very hard for me to adjust to any normal sleep pattern and I know it is leading to my inability to remain healthy or feel normal. No medicine can solve this. Stress is also one of the most contributing factors that needs control. All of this takes great skill to overcome and taking a pill is not the answer to sleep problems in the long run. Sleep relates to hormone imbalances which are part of the thyroid function. Just my two cents worth. Good luck and good health.

Answer 4

Wish you luck, I haven't figured out how to do that on my hypo either. It is a never ending battle. I just take the synthroid and hope for the best.