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Then how come when I was diagnosed with a thyroid problem, they also diagnosed me being pre-diabetic?
It is possible to have both without one causing the other. Not everyone who is hypothyroid will be diabetic and not everyone who is diabetic will be hypothyroid.
For answers to the kind of questions posed here, about.com is an excellent source of information about thyroid issues. The thyroid site is run by noted medical writer, Mary Shomon, a respected advocate for people with thyroid disorders. She is the author of many medical books, including the New York Times best-seller The Thyroid Diet: Managing Your Metabolism for Lasting Weight Loss. In addition to reading the standing articles on the site, you can also sign up for a free regular thyroid newsletter Ms. Shomon publishes. It's been very helpful to me in learning about my hypothyroid disorder.
In an interview on the site with Mary Shomon, Dr. Kenneth Wolinder says, "Along with low thyroid, I often see other hormone imbalances of the adrenal glands (adrenalin, DHEA and cortisol), imbalances of sex steroid hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and DHEA), and insulin resistance. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies are common and can be both the cause and effect of low thyroid function. Toxicities of heavy metals such as mercury and cadmium can affect thyroid function, and low thyroid can predispose to infections of candida (yeast) and other bad bacteria and parasites." (See link below for complete article.)
One thing I learned from Mary Shomon is that people with hypothyroid are often extremely deficient in Vitamin D. If your doctor hasn't already given you a blood test to check your D levels, ask for it. I've never yet met a hypothyroid patient who didn't need significant Vitamin D treatment. Mine were so bad, I had to take a prescription-level D supplement to get them up and I still take an exceptionally large daily dose to keep my levels steady. People with depression also often have unusually low Vitamin D levels.
The relationship between the two conditions is unclear. It appears that vitamin D deficiency is very common overall, so it is a good idea to get a blood measurement even if you are not hypothyroid.
It is possible to have both without one causing the other. Not everyone who is hypothyroid will be diabetic and not everyone who is diabetic will be hypothyroid.
....and from what I've read up on hypothyroidism, there are numerous of health issues that can be linked to hypothyroidism.
Does Hypothyroidism put you more at risk for diabetes? I eat a healthy, high protein diet without much sugar. I'm 5'10 and 190 (athletic build). Being in an Endocrinology office with diabetic patients can be concerning. Excuse my ignorance, I can never think to ask these questions while at the Dr.
Yes it does. It also puts you at higher risk for heart disease and dysautonomia. Keep up on the healthy diet
A common effect from being hypothyroid is weight gain. And we all know that weight gain can cause a multitude of health issues, including diabetes, heart problems, etc. I have been hypothyroid for about four years and gained a lot of weight. I lost about half of it but I am still overweight by about 40 pounds. I have been to an endocrinologist, among many other specialists. I do not have diabetes. I don't even have pre-diabetes.
wow i learn so much from reading these forums and i probably pee my dr off at times Im sure about asking all these /s but she always trys to explain everything but I still dont understand her at all so Im now in the process of looking for another general practicioner . I know if I need a specialist I have to pay another dr and that is for what my dr does not know right ? well anyways just wanted to say thank you for all the info and def something to bring up at my next apt .
wow i learn so much from reading these forums and i probably pee my dr off at times Im sure about asking all these /s but she always trys to explain everything but I still dont understand her at all so Im now in the process of looking for another general practicioner . I know if I need a specialist I have to pay another dr and that is for what my dr does not know right ? well anyways just wanted to say thank you for all the info and def something to bring up at my next apt .
For the average patient with a thyroid problem, an internist should be able to handle things just fine. You may want to consider an internist, because most of them focus on adults and may have more experience than some family practitioners.
Coffee won't but dairy will because of calcium.
Also watch your cabbage like food intake as well as Soy's they disrupt the effectiveness of the Thyroid medication.
Coffee won't but dairy will because of calcium.
Also watch your cabbage like food intake as well as Soy's they disrupt the effectiveness of the Thyroid medication.
The best way to take thyroid replacement medications is on an empty stomach, ideally before breakfast, waiting 30 to 60 minutes before eating.
The caution with soy is for infant soy formula. Some babies are born hypothyroid, and their replacement should not be given in formula.
Calcium is not a problem if you take it and the thyroid medication at least four hours apart.
If your TSH is normal, your diet is probably not interfering with the absorption of the thyroid supplement.
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One thing I learned from Mary Shomon is that people with hypothyroid are often extremely deficient in Vitamin D. If your doctor hasn't already given you a blood test to check your D levels, ask for it. I've never yet met a hypothyroid patient who didn't need significant Vitamin D treatment. Mine were so bad, I had to take a prescription-level D supplement to get them up and I still take an exceptionally large daily dose to keep my levels steady. People with depression also often have unusually low Vitamin D levels...
Thanks. I am currently taking Vitamin D due to working at night alot.
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I am hypothyroid and not vitamin D deficient.
The relationship between the two conditions is unclear. It appears that vitamin D deficiency is very common overall, so it is a good idea to get a blood measurement even if you are not hypothyroid.
I have heard this recently also. A nurse I know was telling me that most people aren't getting enough vitamin D, so alot of doctors are recommending supplements now.
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Originally Posted by suzy_q2010
The best way to take thyroid replacement medications is on an empty stomach, ideally before breakfast, waiting 30 to 60 minutes before eating.
The caution with soy is for infant soy formula. Some babies are born hypothyroid, and their replacement should not be given in formula.
Calcium is not a problem if you take it and the thyroid medication at least four hours apart.
If your TSH is normal, your diet is probably not interfering with the absorption of the thyroid supplement.
Ok, I will stop taking my Levo with a glass of milk. I do that a few days a week.
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