This is a 23 year old female with hypothyroidism who weights 76kg wanted some tips to reduce inflammation in body and become healthy first ,what things do I first need to change in everyday life ,since I like food it's very difficult to control food from my side 😢
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Add regular workout and start reducing quantity of food you take gradually. Results will come slowly but be persistent it will show. Book a call on Practo I can guide you step by step
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With hypothyroidism and weight concerns, the goal should be to reduce inflammation and improve metabolism through simple, sustainable habits, rather than strict dieting.
Key Guidelines:
- Follow regular meal timings with 3 balanced meals and 1–2 small snacks to prevent overeating.
- Focus on balanced meals including protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats.
- Reduce processed foods, sugar, fried items, and packaged snacks, as they increase inflammation.
- Increase fiber intake from vegetables, fruits, and whole grains.
- Stay well hydrated.
Hypothyroidism Tips:
- Avoid raw cruciferous vegetables; consume them well-cooked and in moderation.
- Ensure intake of nutrients like iodine, selenium, and zinc through a balanced diet.
Lifestyle Support:
- Include daily walking, some strength training, proper sleep, and stress management.
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It’s manageable
Weight gain Becosules of
Slow metabolism
Water retention + inflammation
Cravings + low energy
So focus - anti- inflammatory + metabolism support + consistency
Foods that help :
Turmeric + black pepper
Ginger , garlic
Omega -3
Protein ( very important fat loss )
Foods to reduce:
Sugar , sweets , maida , cold drinks, packaged food , excess dairy
Lifestyle ( very important)
30-40 min walk daily
Strength training 3x / week ( boost metabolism)
Sleep 7-8 hours
Stress control ( yoga , meditation and breathing)
Take thyroid medicine and make a 1hour gap from any other medicine or food.... And void goitrogens like cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, soybeans and soy products....
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Good evening ma’am,
For your query — weight gain in hypothyroidism is common, but with the right diet weight loss is definitely achievable. However, the plan must be individualised, as your TSH levels, routine, symptoms, and food habits all influence metabolism.
To guide you correctly, a proper dietary assessment is needed before starting any weight-loss plan.
If you’d like, you can connect with me on Practo for a personalised thyroid-specific diet plan.
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