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Could Sudden Weight Gain Be A Sign Of Thyroid Problem?
hi doctor iam asha from bangalore,my height is 5.6 and weight is 60,i have gained 10kgs in 6mnths span,and i did nt do my blood test till January once i did the blood test i found i had thyroid,and in my scanning recently i found i have polysystic overies.doctor is recomended me to take diane-35 and thyrox 50.is their any side effectys will i put on weight more,how can my problems be solved and when will i reduce my weight
Mon, 16 Jun 2014
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Dear madam both hypothyroidism and pcos causes increase in weight.
You should consume low carbohydrate normal protein low fat diet.
Cut down on carbohydrate sources like all kinds of cereals, juices, sweets,Processed foods, sugar.
Consume healthy proteins like chicken without skin,fish, dal, beans, egg, lean meats.
Add less oil in cooking, avoid use of ghee , butter, cream , cheese,avoid frying of foods.
Regular workout or exercise is essential in reducing weight.
Dear madam both hypothyroidism and pcos causes increase in weight.
You should consume low carbohydrate normal protein low fat diet.
Cut down on carbohydrate sources like all kinds of cereals, juices, sweets,Processed foods, sugar.
Consume healthy proteins like chicken without skin,fish, dal, beans, egg, lean meats.
Add less oil in cooking, avoid use of ghee , butter, cream , cheese,avoid frying of foods.
Regular workout or exercise is essential in reducing weight.
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