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Hypo/hyperthyroidism
The thyroid is a gland located in the front of the neck that produces hormones involved in metabolism, which is how nutrients and energy are used.
Hypothyroidism is characterized by insufficient production of thyroid hormones. The body is unable to perform certain functions that require these hormones, leading to a wide variety of symptoms such as fatigue, feeling cold, water retention, weight gain, and constipation. Nutrition appointments can help you manage some of these symptoms. For example, strategies can be developed to regulate your bowel movements. If you want to lose the weight gained due to hypothyroidism, your registered dietitian can support you in this goal, ensuring that you achieve it in a healthy and safe manner.
On the other hand, hyperthyroidism is the overproduction of thyroid hormones, which leads to various symptoms such as hyperactivity, increased appetite, weight loss, and increased frequency of bowel movements. Just like with hypothyroidism, meeting with a registered dietitian can help alleviate these symptoms. For example, you can learn more about managing hunger to build more satisfying meals and snacks. You can also discuss dietary strategies with your dietitian to minimize weight loss caused by the hormonal disorder.
In summary, your registered dietitian at ABC Health Clinic is there to help you adapt your diet to hormonal disorders affecting the thyroid, as well as to help reduce the symptoms they can cause.
