This is known as creating a calorie deficit.
That sounds simple enough.
Unfortunately, with hypothyroidism, your body is less able to metabolize calories.
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The cause of this is complex, but it is ultimately associated with a diminished supply ofthyroid hormones.
All of these can, directly and indirectly, influence weight gain and loss.
With secondary hypothyroidism, failure of either thepituitary glandorhypothalamuscan impede production of hormones that stimulate thyroid activity.
Irrespective of the cause, lower thyroid hormone levels almost invariably result in greater weight gains.
Healthcare providers do this by measuring a hormone calledthyroid stimulating hormone(TSH).
When thyroid hormones are high, the pituitary gland can sense this and turn down the TSH production.
Cytomel is not taken on its own to treat thyroid problems.
Stressalong with the elevated cortisol levels that accompany itcan also play a role in weight gain.
This is especially true in people with a higher body BMI.
Before joining any weight loss program, work with your healthcare provider to ensure your thyroid treatment is optimized.
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