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[alexandravickery]

I have to lose weight as I'm classed as obese. I have an underactive that does not help, any tips from anyone who has the same issue.

[IndigoBlue61]

Hello and welcome to the Weight Loss Forum alexandravickery 😊

I have an under-active thyroid but it is controlled with medication. Weight loss is still possible. Hormonal in balances and weight gain can seem difficult but with careful balanced eating it is possible to improve our health. 😊

Here are a few suggestions on how to get the most out of the forum. Please note if you are using the new HU App many of these features are not available so I suggest you use the full website version.

The first place to look is at the Pinned posts section to the right of your screen (bottom if you're using a mobile), read the Welcome Newbie thread first and move through to the challenges, where we hope you'll find at least one that will appeal to you ☺

Move down to the Topics, to find a variety of threads, collated into specific topics for ease of access and we ask that you also 'file' your own threads, so that others won't miss your important news ☺

Have a look at the NHS 12 week plan, as many people have had success with it. Also use the BMI checker to find your target calories, it's important to eat enough. This was a major turning point for me, realising I could eat anything I wanted as long as the calories are accounted for ☺

Don't forget to take your starting measurements and a 'before' picture, as they can be very motivating on days that the scales refuse to co-operate ☺

The forum also have group weigh-ins every day, as well as a new Daily Diary, if you wish to take part. The posts can always be found in the Events section on the 'home' page ☺

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We've found that to get the best out of this community, we need to be active on the forum, as it's where we exchange information, get motivation and inspiration and make friends. We hope that you'll join us here, regularly, too ☺

Best wishes

Anna

[muffintop67]

Hi i have an underactive thyroid and totally agree with IndigoBlue61 that weight loss is definitely possible. Anna has given you some great tips and advice (she is fabulous!) Just take it bit by bit and dont be disheartened if you have a bad week and dont ever give up. As long as you see a downward trend in your weight then you will get there. Stick with this forum as its fantastic and will help you keep on track. If you are struggling then log on, read some posts, reply if you want to, they are all lovely people and i hope it will help you. Good luck 😃

[Carrie77]

I also have an under active thyroid. I am on medication but was still having symptoms and couldn't lose weight. So my doctor told me to cut out gluten and wheat and I noticed a difference in 2 weeks. I lost one and a half stone in just over 2 months. Good luck, Carrie x