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Magalicious

Updated 1y ago

Struggling with Hypothyroidism Medication

Hello there fellow hypothyroids! I'm taking my medicine daily but still feel like crap! any advice?!? thank you in advance 😌

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Dia

2y

How long have you been on it? It does take a little while to notice any difference. Also what is your diet like? Diet can play a huge role in how we feel.
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Magalicious

2y

been on it for years... my diet could be better, what should I stay away from? thank you
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Elena1277

2y

Hi there, I am going to ask my doctor to put me on t3 meds and levorthyroxine. I am gaining weight like crazy!
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Pinklolita

2y

Drink water and Levels are right you should feel better soon
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StrawberryCow

2y

Getting enough Vitamin D (I like to take a multivitamin), drinking water, eating a balanced diet, and staying active (not overdoing it though). Best of luck to you ❤️
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StrawberryCow

2y

But also waiting 1 hr to eat after taking thyroid meds
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Sandie42

2y

My Dr told me to take my meds before bed. This seems to help me a lot actually. Hope that can help you.
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Tomatoface

2y

WHAAAT??? Wow never heard of this. I’ve found that when I take my med when I first “wake up” (in bed) and then go back to sleep or even rest, I feel groggy the ENTIRE day and I’m completely messed up… so I’m VERY curious about this…
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PollyPen

2y

Take on empty stomach like 5:30-6 a.m. then don’t take any medication within two hours..eat a protein for breakfast to start like boiled eggs avocado. Give your body a jumpstart. Do not take with coffee
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PollyPen

2y

The worst thing you can do is drink coffee before eating a balanced breakfast
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Tomatoface

2y

why do you say that?
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PollyPen

2y

Balanced does not mean large either
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Meia

2y

Hi 👋 I just got diagnosed and have been taking medication for 4 days feel like crap all the time .. help
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throwmeinthepit

2y

give it a out 2 weeks before you'll start seeing improvement. After a month, request another blood test to check your levels again
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star1962

2y

It takes time for the meds to work. I have been on it for 29 yrs
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Morgazee

2y

Avoiding things high in carbs and sugar can help alot. Especially if you're on medication.
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Neela

2y

Me too I be so weak at times
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Jrsb511

2y

Your T3And T4 numbers can be key to your health and how you feel my dr had to up my dosage several times over the years
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MysticRose

2y

Hey I been on levo for years I also take it and wait a half-hour to eat. I drink my coffee while I wait but I also always seem groggy for long periods of time and didn't know this could be the cause of it
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Ellyy

2y

Make sure you're consistently drinking water, making healthier food choices and getting some exercise in. It can be a 15-30, minute walk, something to get your dopamine's pumping through. It always feels good after a workout! The best method that I've found is implementing supplements into my body. Prebiotics and probiotics and a gentle detox supplement will work WONDERS for all of us with hypothyroidism. We need all the energy, all the mood enhancement, all the feel good we can get. If you're open to hearing more, Please do message me. I love helping people find their happy!
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Olivebutter2236

2y

Are you taking it properly. My endo says it can be taken at any time of the day but o have to have not eaten in 2 hours and after taking wait another hour before eating. It MUST be taken correctly on an empty stomach or it wont work at all. I keep mine next to my bed so when I get up in the morning to go to the bathroom I take it then go back to sleep for another hour or more so I'm ready to eat when I get up.
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MysticRose

2y

I take mine in the morning then drink my coffee and wait a half hour before eatting

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