If you’re sluggish and can’t drop the weight, it’s time to check your thyroid.
Have you tried to lose weight to no avail, even though you’ve devoted plenty of time to your fitness program? Do you feel out of sorts and not quite yourself? Is your hair thinning or are you feeling foggy? If you’re aged 40 or older and answered yes, then perhaps it’s time to have your thyroid gland examined.
The thyroid rundown
This gland in your neck yields hormones that can affect metabolism. An underactive thyroid, however, can wreak havoc on your efforts to lose weight because it can slow your metabolism to a crawl. This is called hypothyroidism.
Hypothyroid symptoms
It’s a wise idea to consult your physician if you have any of the following symptoms together, to make certain it really is your thyroid at play. Symptoms of hypothyroidism can include: high cholesterol; a feeling of being cold all the time; sudden weight gain; depression; trouble focussing on simple tasks; exhaustion; thinning hair and dry nails; sudden aches and pains.
Having your thyroid examined
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