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The function of the thyroid
is devised to produce an adequate supply of thyroid hormones.
The hormone thyroxine is produced in the neck by the thyroid
gland. It is vital for regulating the body’s metabolism. It
helps maintain the functions of the body’s metabolism working
at a normal pace. Moreover, thyroxine is needed to help keeps
cells and tissues functioning properly.
Alternatively, a thyroid hormonal
deficit (hypothyroidism) decreases the metabolism and comes
with a few adverse symptoms such as weight gain, fatigue, poor
concentration, constipation, depression, dry skin, lifeless
hair, depression, aches and pains. Nonetheless, the medical
symptoms associated with an under-active thyroid are hard to
identify.
Approximately, one in 1000
men develop hypothyroidism; however, one in 50 women, develop
it at some time in their life. Prevalently, women develop a
sluggish metabolism with age. Unfortunately, people with hypothyroidism
are prone to gain a great deal of weight before their medical
conditions is diagnosed by a medical professional. While certain
physicians prescribe thyroxine, it does not guarantee immediate
weight loss.
With the appropriate dose of
thyroxine coupled with a healthy diet, lowered calories and
regular exercise, it takes the medication eight to nine months
for the symptom of an under active thyroid to regulate the body.
Generally, thyroxine is prescribed in doses between 50 and 200
mcg daily.
Quite
often people underestimate their caloric intake. As a basic
guide, your caloric consumptions should be ten percent of your
target weight. For example, if you currently weigh 200 pounds
and would like to weigh 150 pounds, then you would need to reduce
your intake to 1500 calories until you meet your goal. Essentially,
it is best to consume a moderate caloric intake coalesced with
a regular fitness plan. Both should enable you to lose weight
at a normal rate.
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