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Suggest Ways To Lose Weight After Discontinuing Qlaira
Hi Doctor, I was on Qlaira for one year during which time I gained 20kgs. I m 1.65m and now weigh 73kgs. I ve been off Qlaira for 2 years now and cannot loose the weight. I have had blood tests which show high estrogen and cortisol levels. I have also been diagnosed with insulin resistance. I m convinced that Qlaira permanently damaged my hormonal system and that I ll never loose the weight. Distressed and depressed
Wed, 17 Aug 2016
HI , thanks for using healthcare magic
It is understandable to be concerned.
Some medications can cause weight gain, it can occur in different ways : (1) increase in appetite (2)decrease energy and activity levels (3) change in metabolism
Though it may seem so to you at the moment, it is unlikely that there has been permanent damage, it is just sometimes very difficult to lose weight especially on your own.
You can try on your own again or get assistance either by joining a group, seeing a nutritionist or bariatrician (weight loss doctor), online weight loss program.
On your own , you can try using a low carb or low calorie/low fat diet whichever best suits you.
You would need to be able to stick to which ever option for at least 6 mts- 1 yr. Meal options are for either of these are available online.
A food diary noting everything that you eat or drink would be helpful.
Exercise for at least 150 mins a week would also be helpful
I hope this helps
It is understandable to be concerned.
Some medications can cause weight gain, it can occur in different ways : (1) increase in appetite (2)decrease energy and activity levels (3) change in metabolism
Though it may seem so to you at the moment, it is unlikely that there has been permanent damage, it is just sometimes very difficult to lose weight especially on your own.
You can try on your own again or get assistance either by joining a group, seeing a nutritionist or bariatrician (weight loss doctor), online weight loss program.
On your own , you can try using a low carb or low calorie/low fat diet whichever best suits you.
You would need to be able to stick to which ever option for at least 6 mts- 1 yr. Meal options are for either of these are available online.
A food diary noting everything that you eat or drink would be helpful.
Exercise for at least 150 mins a week would also be helpful
I hope this helps
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