Do you follow a
healthy eating habit, Exercise promptly and are still gaining weight? Are you
Depressed? Hypothyroidism may be the culprit. Women have 10 times more tendency
to be affected than men.
Effect of Hypothyroidism on Weight:
In Hypothyroidism the
Thyroid gland is underactive and produces insufficient Thyroid Hormone which is
required to regulate the calories consumed. Also to enhance the Basal Metabolic
rate (BMR) that is essential in burning the calories.
Symptoms of Hypothyroidism:
It is characterized
with unexplained weight gain, irregular periods, Depression, Constipation,
puffiness of the face, cold sensitivity, Fatigue, weakness and pain in joints
and body. Symptoms should never be
ignored as it may lead to severe complications.
Women should be extra
cautious as there are plethoras of changes in hormones taking place before and
after menopause.
It is often noticed
that weight gain, menopause and thyroid problems go hand in hand.
Not necessarily every
person experiences weight gain with Hypothyroidism. Some, who restrict on
calories, work out and who are on regular medications may not face excessive
symptoms.
Manage weight gain in Hypothyroidism :
First and foremost
thing to do is get yourself scanned for the metabolic disorder by performing
Thyroid test that includes T3, T4 and TSH levels. If there is any abnormality
detected, start on medicines.
Keep checking your
Thyroid levels every 3 or 6 months to note if the medications are working well
or not.
Once diagnosed it is
very important to be vigilant on Diet and Lifestyle. They both play a integral
role in normalizing metabolism.
Initially diet forweight loss has to be implemented like going for green leafy vegetables,
curbing on carbs, opting whole grains, going for grilled and baked instead of
fried etc.
January is a ‘’Thyroid Awareness Month’’. Detect, caution, and cure!
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