I grew up in Eastern Europe and when i was 6 the accident at Chenobyl happened, which instantly gave my generation thyroid problems (all of my siblings and all of my aunts have thyroid problems). I have never been the skinny child, but when i came to US at 19 i was 5.1 and 120lbs. Now i weight 140lbs and would love to drop those extra 20. I've been doing everything by the book (or so i think): i don't eat sweets, i don't remember the last time i had a slice of bread of pasta, i'm very dependand on home maid fruit smootheis (no milk, no sugar) and i try to run 30 min. every day but i only lost 3 lbs. Why can't i lose weight? Is the thyroid to be blamed for?
2007-06-22 02:58:02 · 27 answers · asked by abcdefg333333333 1 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
That is a possibility. But the only way to check this is to run a blood test. Are you noticing any other symptoms? Like being down, lethargic, not motivated to do things, skin problems, infection problems, fatigue, feeling worn down, and the list goes on.... I also grew up in Central Europe and I have hashimotos thyroiditis. I live in the USA too now. Not only that my thyroid is under producing, but my body developed antibodies against it to eventually destroy that. Which type you have - a blood test or two will tell. Be sure to check for Free T4, Free T3, TSH (anything above 2 is a problem), check for antibodies - TPO, and for total T4, T3 hormones in your blood. The results will give you the answers. Not being able to lose weight is one of the biggest symptom of hypothiroidism (along with hair problems) so you could be right. Getting the correct medicine dose and normalizing your thyroid will help you to lose weight but you still have your work cut out for you. Also, remember that restricting your body not to eat (especially some complex carbs) is foolish because the body goes into protecting you from starvation and holds onto all you have! It is advised to eat while wanting to lose weight, but the right kind of foods, and get plenty of water, rest and sleep! We burn lots of calories at night! I wish you good luck and good health!
2007-06-25 01:30:09 · answer #1 · answered by CosmicSoul 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
From Dr. Caroline Apovian: How to Boost Metabolism in Spite of an Inactive Thyroid
A close friend's thyroid is inactive and she cannot take thyroid hormone because of a heart condition. She is upset about weight gain despite regular exercise and controlled calorie intake. Is there anything she can do to increase her metabolism?... Read more
2007-06-29 21:12:36 · answer #2 · answered by SinfulAngel 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you ever tried weight watchers? That is a good program to be on some time you dont eat enough to make your imune system work and you want loose weight .Try eating 3 meals a day, drink lots of water walk ever day and have a snack in between each meal, like Carrots or something green or a small peanut butter and cracker. The in between meals will give your body Imune system a boost. See a doctor before starting a diet. Queen Bee
Nnd try to stay away from Cokes
2007-06-22 16:30:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A blood test will reveal a thyroid problem.
Weight gain isn't the only symptom of a thyroid problem.
2007-06-22 04:28:19 · answer #4 · answered by no_frills 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be thyroid or insulin resistance. The only way to find out is to get blood work. Test only in the morning. For thyroid....get a TSH, free t4, free t3, and an antibody test. For insulin resistance.....get a fasting glucose, A1C, and fasting insulin.
More and more people, especially women are becoming hypothyroid. I believe its the chemicals and soy in our foods. Read the labels and sure enough soy is listed. Soy slows down thyroid hormone product, as does fluoride.
2007-06-22 07:29:57 · answer #5 · answered by DNA 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cleansing is bull. Your body knows how to cleanse itself. I have a feeling your problem is that 140 is a good weight for you. Unless you're under 4'-10", 140 is probably your normal weight. Just count calories and try to get no more than 1500 a day.
2007-06-22 03:08:03 · answer #6 · answered by Kacky 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thyroid dysfunction could be the cause of your problem. To find out, you need to check with your primary doctor who will test your TSH level for any change. A high TSH level may indicate a decrease in thyroid hormone production. The treatment could be a thyroid replacement with levothyroxine.
2007-06-22 15:10:37 · answer #7 · answered by Globe_traveler 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't know Thyroid, so I don't want to say anything bad about him, but if you think he is the problem, get rid of him, life is too short dear.
2007-06-29 06:43:04 · answer #8 · answered by shane f 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you really should seek the advise of a nutritionist and doctor. There are alto of reasons this can happen. Keep doing what you are doing , try to get in a little aerobics and really watch calories but your best bet is to seek advise from someone in that field.
2007-06-23 08:51:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be in relation to the throid situation. Check this with a physiciation because it can signal a much more serioud underlying problem.
Best of Luck with this!!!
2007-06-22 03:02:18 · answer #10 · answered by jtwb568@yahoo.com 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋