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Seven Thyroid Diet Secrets

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Created: May 21, 2009

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Hyperthyroidism Confusion

Hyperthyroidism does not equal weight loss. In fact, a percentage of people who are hyperthyroid actually gain weight. Why they do is not clear. It may be hunger is causing excess calorie intake. Or the impaired endocrine system may be triggering poor digestion, insulin resistance, or adrenaline resistance. But hyperthyroidism, including being hyperthyroid due to taking too much thyroid medication, can sometimes result in weight GAIN.

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