Hypothyroidism and Weight Gain

Posted on December 1st, 2009.

Most often weight loss is associated with hypothyroidism. But did you know weight gain can be an even more drastic result of hypothyroidism? Surprised; I was when I found out. Most people do not even know what it is to have the thyroid functioning less than it should. Hypothyroidism is responsible for a varied array of symptoms: weight loss, infertility, brittle hard nails, and dry flaky skin. (These symptoms alone do not certify the presence of hypothyroidism as they are also associated with other illnesses.) But hypothyroidism and weight gain can have a direct relationship.

Hypothyroidism is a combination of two words: Hypo meaning under, reduced or below normal and thyroid which is a butterfly-shaped endocrine gland that secretes thyroid hormones located in the front of the neck. One can deduce that hypothyroidism means the under-functioning of the thyroid gland in the body. The hormone noramlly secreted by the

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thyroid gland is known as Thyroxine. It is also referred to as T4. (This means it has four iodine molecules.)

The hormone is very versatile in its functions and is carried from the thyroid gland to various parts of the body, including every tissue throughout. It has the ability to ensure that the body cells tissues and organs function just right. Activities like energy generation are aided by these hormones. Also, the functions of the heart, brain, body muscles and more are aided by thyroxine.

With these, it is clear that thyroxine plays a very vital role in the overall well being of an individual including the tendency to gain weight. When there isn’t enough secretion of the desired hormone –thyroxine - the body processes are interfered with. As a result, processes like the breaking down of calories and carbs to ensure energy increase and minimize weight gain aren’t properly carried out.

This is the reason people feel frequently more tired when they have hypothyroidism and weight gain becomes inevitable. One feels too tired to even exercise. This also coupled with the inability of the organs in the body to properly break down food components result in increased weight gain. So, as soon as you notice you are getting frequently tired and are gaining weight, see the doctor as soon as possible to see if this is hypothyroidism and weight gain is resulting from it. For more information visit: http://www.thyromine.com/
Please take care of yourself,
- admin of Thinexa Natural Weight Loss Supplement