Especially at Hashimoto
An underactive thyroid is one of the most common thyroid disorders in many countries around the world. Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is a special form of hypothyroidism. This is a chronic inflammation of the thyroid gland, in which the body mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland.
In this autoimmune disease, antibodies are produced against thyroid enzymes and proteins that destroy the thyroid tissue. A hypofunction is present in the subtype of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis autoimmune thyroiditis type 2A. However, at the beginning of the disease, sufferers often initially have hyperthyroidism, which changes into permanent hypofunction after a short time.
If Hashimoto’s thyroiditis with hypothyroidism is present, it must be treated and monitored by a doctor. In this case, it is also true that a change in diet is necessary for weight reduction. A calorie-reduced mixed diet and physical activity lead to long-term weight reduction and effectively boost the metabolism.
Losing weight through the use of tablets
Hypothyroidism must generally be clarified by a doctor, as complications can affect the heart and to prevent permanent damage. As there is too little thyroid hormone (T3 and T4) in the blood in the case of hypothyroidism, it can be administered in the form of tablets. In most cases the affected persons are given thyroxine (T4) in the form of levothyroxine.
Setting the correct dose of the medication can take several months to a year. If the correct dosage is taken, there are usually no side effects. Overdosage would cause symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Many people who suffer from hypothyroidism and want to lose weight must take tablets to compensate for the lack of thyroid hormones. The good news is that they can quickly boost the metabolism in this way, the body uses more calories and the basal metabolic rate increases.
Homeopathy
In homeopathy, there are remedies to treat the thyroid gland in addition to conventional medical care. Graphites and pulsatilla are used for the hypofunction. These homeopathic remedies are said to help speed up the metabolism and promote digestion. Thuja, Potassium carbonicum and Silicea are said to help with fatigue and water retention.
What are the risks/hazards?
Particularly strong weight loss generally carries the danger of a yoyo effect if the diet is neglected after the diet. However, if the diet is changed positively and regular exercise is taken, the risk of this is low. The greatest risk lies in the hypofunction itself, since untreated it leads to a slowed heartbeat.
In the long term, complications can arise and permanent damage can occur if hypothyroidism is not treated. Therefore, a doctor should always be consulted to clarify the hypothyroidism and, if necessary, to adjust the medication. If weight loss with thyroid function is aimed at as recommended, i.e. with a balanced diet and endurance sports, the yo-yo effect can be successfully avoided. It is essential that the diet is changed over the long term and that calories are reduced as long as the hypofunction exists, as the basal metabolic rate and metabolism are reduced during this state.
