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Magalicious

2y 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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Olivebutter2236

1y ago

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

1y ago

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

1y ago

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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MysticRose

1y ago

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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Jrsb511

1y ago

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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Neela

1y ago

Me too I be so weak at times
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Morgazee

1y ago

Avoiding things high in carbs and sugar can help alot. Especially if you're on medication.
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star1962

1y ago

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

1y ago

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

1y ago

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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PollyPen

1y ago

Balanced does not mean large either
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PollyPen

1y ago

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

1y ago

why do you say that?
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PollyPen

1y ago

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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Sandie42

1y ago

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

1y ago

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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StrawberryCow

1y ago

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

1y ago

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

1y ago

Drink water and Levels are right you should feel better soon
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Elena1277

2y ago

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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Dia

2y ago

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 ago

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

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