Low thyroid vs exercise and diet

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Low thyroid vs exercise and diet

by B.J.
(Qld, Australia)

Hi,
I have been reading up on low thyroid function for a while now. A while back I tried a different eating regimen, the 6 meals a day, but it didn't work for me at the time perhaps because living on a yacht I did not always get a chance to exercise.

I am in my 50's and used to go to the gym for years, then stopped for 6 years. Now I have returned to the gym and am trying to eat only 6 small meals a day but find it difficult to eat even that much. I do have a little weight to lose, around 8kgs, having lost 5kg in the last 3 months. What is bugging me is the fact that I go to the gym for around 40 minutes (to work out, not socialise), and am finding it so hard now to lose that weight that 10 years ago I would have just NOT put on!

Perhaps it is time to try a thyroid supplement. I am an active person and it is driving me nuts!

Thank you,

Brenda

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Mar 28, 2011
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Exercise and diet as we age
by: Steve

Hi Brenda,

Thanks for your comments.

I think everyone would agree that it gets harder to keep the weight off as we get older. I'm currently 37 and have certainly noticed that it is a bit harder to stay in lean condition compared to a few years ago.

When it comes to the 5 or 6 small a day, you're absolutely right! It is not for everyone but it is certainly a good goal to aim for over time and as your lifestyle permits.

A natural thyroid supplement may be beneficial however, I would try a few other options first. Here is what I suggest doing to start with:

1. Try a low-carb diet for at least a month. I have had some great success with people over the age of 50 following a low-carb diet. I know it may be a bit hard to stick to long term but it seems to work really well for this demographic.

2. Make sure you perform resistance exercise on a regular basis. One of the reasons why we tend to put on weight as we age is simply because we lose muscle as we get older. This can make a big difference so perhaps give it a go.

3. Perform cardio every day. 30 minutes of cardio at a reasonable intensity may be just what you need. Find they type of exercise you enjoy so you can make it a permanent part of your lifestyle.

4. Try a thermogenic. A thermogenic fat burner may be beneficial too. XLR8 Thermogenic is a good example of a top-quality thermogenic. This may assist your fat-burning efforts.

If, after trying these strategies, your results are limited, then you may like to try a natural thyroid-boosting supplement.

Brenda I wish you all the very best with achieving your weight-loss goal and please let me know how you go.

Regards,

Steve.

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