I suffer from Hashimoto's hypothyroidism and want to know if anyone has any dieting suggestions. Because of it I have put on a considerable amount of weight - in two years of my early teens (I'm 19) I gained 20 kg, I am tall at 180cm tall but am overweight/obese (depending on the BMI chart). I am unhappy with my current weight, and have started phentermine (15mg) daily to reduce my appeitite and increase my metabolism. I have noticed some weight loss, but not much. I was just looking for any more information about methods to help, I cycle about 60kms a week, depending on my commitments to study and eat a low fat, low carb, low dairy diet, full of whole grains, vegetables, fruits, low fat yoghurt, high fibre cereal and avoid sugar. I use calorie 'free' alternatives in coffee. I try my hardest and have a pretty strong will power, and can resist temptation all the time - food isn't my problem. I don't eat foods that interact with my medication - which include some of my favourite vegetables (I'm a vegetarian - do eat eggs 3 times a week for protein). I am wondering whether I should go on a VLCD (such as meal replacement shakes, soups or bars) as a kick start to my metabolism but my calorie aim is 1000 cal - occasionally it may be slightly more.
I am at a loss to why I am so overweight, I try my hardest and feel like I'm at my wits end. Any suggestions or tips would be appreciated.
I am at a loss to why I am so overweight, I try my hardest and feel like I'm at my wits end. Any suggestions or tips would be appreciated.
