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I’m down one pound in my first week. I’m not totally on plan – just getting used to it. I am going to change my evening meal to no carbs and more protein because in the summer we tend to eat later and I feel too full going to bed. Do you think I need to make any changes to my plan because I have a thyroid problem (hypo)? Weight watchers used to work for me but not since I have been diagnosed and on medication.
Hi, Maktub. Congratulations on your good start. It is good to read that you are receiving treatment for your hypothyroid – it really makes a difference.
When taking thyroid replacement pills, it is important not to overdo iodine in multi-vitamin/supplements (if you take them, be sure there is a low dose of iodine). Also be sure not to eat too much fiber or dairy when you take the pill – if your physician agrees to have you take your thyroxine at night, this may be a good mix with your low-carb meals.
Beyond that, it is recommended to avoid or consume only small amounts of the following “goitrogenic” items:
Cruciferous vegetables (Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cabbage), turnips, rutabagas, kohlrabi, radishes, cauliflower, African cassava, millet, kale, and soy. Alcohol and sugar are also disruptive.I have been on Synthroid for over a year now and take it in the morning. I do not eat for a 1/2 hour after taking the medication. I gained 10 pounds quickly before I was diagnosed and even with the medication I am having difficulty losing the weight. I’m wondering if a low carb diet may be the best for me. What do you think? Should I avoid the vegetables you have listed or just eat them occasionally? I really appreciate the personal contact with this program. Thank you!
Hi, Maktub. This program is already fairly low in carbs – only 40-45% of energy, compared to 50-65% in regular diets, which can definitely help balance your metabolism.
As far as the vegetables go – this is a very individual thing. I favor saying “small amounts occasionally” instead of cutting them out altogether, but you and your physician can be the judge of what is best for you when you see your periodic blood tests (i.e. if your TSH is stubborn, you may wish to consider cutting out these foods and see if this helps).I just started last week and have already lost a couple of pounds. Today, I felt like the recommended food was too much. I don’t want to force myself to eat it and get a stomach ache but is it normal to feel too full for a snack?
This is exactly how I feel, I’m on day one and have not had the dinner or the late snack, I am just not hungry. I will not eat if I’m not hungry. Both because buying all the diet food was expensive, and if it lasts longer then thats better. And I believe we should listen to our bodies. What do you say.
Hi, This is my first week also. I am amazed that I feel full almost all day long. I also have felt too full for some of the evening snacks. Although, I have decided to try to follow the diet plan as carefully as I can. I understand that it is important to keep my blood sugar levels more even, and I think eating throughout the day helps to do that. When I didn’t want the evening snack, I just ate a small handful of raw almonds. This whole diet seems to be working. In five days I’ve lost 6 pounds. I can’t believe it, and I keep waiting for something strange to happen. I feel like I’ve finally found the healthy way to eat.
Hi to all who feel full. It is great to read that you are not hungry. It is good to listen to your hunger cues, so don’t force yourselves to eat if you are really not hungry later in the day. However, there are a couple of important points: eating first thing in the morning is vital, avoid getting to less than 3 meals per day, and don’t cut back so much that you find yourselves very hungry later in the day. If the cost of foods is part of the motivation, it is better to buy simpler foods (if they are unprocessed and not high in saturated fat, they can still contribute to good health in the right portion) rather than skip meals. I hope that helps.
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