Sun, Oct-07-12, 18:58
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Posts: 83
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Plan: Atkins
Stats: 227/215/160
BF:
Progress: 18%
Location: Montreal, QC Canada
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It's definitely possible to gain weight when you are hyperthyroid, but it isn't typical.. usually you lose. Because of that I was misdiagnosed for almost 3 months, and sick as a dog. I was also sent to a psychiatrist because I started to cry in the doctor's office.. I was so sick.. Fortunately the psychiatrist saw from my skin that my liver was getting damaged and he found the Graves disease.
Hyperthyroidism is very dangerous for the liver, so don't neglect treatment because of fear of gaining weight. One thing at a time.
The one thing that I can assure you of, is if you do gain weight from any medication or treatment they give you, Atkins is the way to go. I spent years trying different diets that failed me and made me sicker and fatter.
Thyroid patients need low carb diets. It really is the only diet that works.
I'm so sorry that you have this. But you will start feeling better once your thyroid is regulated. The depression and anxiety will disappear, and your memory will improve too.
good luck
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