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Eric
My doctor recently put me on a low dose of synthroid as I had all the symptoms although the labs came back normal.
I feel MUCH better now,and my weight is stable,but I am not losing in spite of the low calories.
My research online shows that the slowed thyroid metabolism also slows the burning off of carbs and they get turned to fat instead. Have you heard of this?
Also,what about those 'carb blockers' pills you can buy at health food body building stores? Thanks!
Hi Bud,
Low thyroid function can result in being overweight. HOwever thyrois supplementation can not alone be relied upon for weight loss. You need to reduce calorie AND INCREASE EXERCISE level.
When you read the packages of the carb blockers you will see that they work in conjunction with DIET AND EXERCISE. In other words, the diet and exercise are as important if not the most important part of the weight loss program.
Thank you for using Allexperts
Sincerely,
Eric Brandt, B.Sc. Pharm
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I will answer questions regarding prescripion and non prescription drugs as well as commonly used mdicinal herbs. I will also answer questions on various medical conditions such as heart disease, hypertension, thyroid problems, diabets, menopause, parkinson`s disease, multiple sclerosis, depression etc.
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B.Sc. Pharm
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