Hi Cazza 10,

I was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s in 2005. I never managed to lose any weight (lucky for me I ‘only’ gained 10 kg up till 2012)until now. I started 5:2 in November 2012 and have already lost 6,5 kg !

And what’s more, my cholesterol is down as well ! From 205 mg/dl last year (over 190 is too high) to 162 mg/dl a few weeks ago.

The process is slower for us hypos but at least for me it’s the only thing that has worked in a long time !

good luck and keep us posted on your progress !
Carla

Sophie
I’ have thyroid issues and have been on 5:2 for 17 weeks and have lost 21 lbs. the last 3 lbs have been really slow taken 3 weeks but my husband encourages me that the overall trend is down even though the dr decreased my oroxine 4 weeks ago.

Sophia, I’ve had similar issues with slow loss as you…
I’ve been on 5:2 since Feb, first 6 weeks lost 8lbs, then nothing for weeks, stopped 5:2 in disgust, went on holiday ate like pigs but lots of exercise every day walking on the beach, came home and with renewed energy started 5:2 again and have lost another 4lbs – for me the key seems to be plenty of exercise, I have a very sedentary job sat at a keyboard all day, by going for walks at lunch time and evenings this seems to have kick started the weight loss again. However, couple of downsides, I’ve had big chunks of hair breaking off and memory issues. Not at all sure if this is down to hypo as have been on levothyroxine since 2005 (cause post childbirth). Still, being positive feel much better with the weight coming off, haven’t been able to lose weight for years, first diet that has worked, and even though slow its working…other forums suggest changing time of day to eat and health nurse suggested waiting 6 hours before eating anything on a fast day…have tried this on busy days but harder on boring ones! It is a diet to drop in and out of, if I manage another 2lbs to make it to 1 whole stone I will be delighted..:)

Thanks for your replies guys, nice to know there are other people out there experiencing similar things!

I’m still on the ‘plateaux’ of not having lost anything for a good few weeks now, but am sticking with 5:2 because I do think it makes me feel quite good, and despite the scales not shifting much (grr) I think I’m slimmer round my middle. I’m going to up my exercise – I have a very sedentary job/lifestyle – so hopefully that might kickstart a few more pounds loss!

Fingers crossed 🙂

Hi everyone, I started this diet today and was really pleased to find posts from people with an under-active thyroid. I was diagnosed in 1999 and have struggled with lots of diets over the years. I am 10st 12lbs and 5ft 2in so I am hoping to lose at least a stone. I quite enjoy cooking but usually make the same old meals week in and week out. Tonight I really enjoyed making the vegetarian chilli and it tasted really good too. I’m looking forward to my day 2 already …

Hi, I have had Hashimoto’s for 4 years in August. I have gained just over a stone in weight & being 5ft 2ins I’m too heavy. I have tried slimming world & Rosemary Conley diets but gained weight! In desperation I thought I’d give 5:2 a go, I’ve completed three weeks & can honestly say that I don’t feel I’ve lost an ounce. Today should have been a fast day but I feel like giving up & admitting to myself that I’m never going to lose a stone. Some of you on this forum have had success, am I too impatient or is there a few of us that can’t lose the weight regardless?
Thanks Dawn

I was diagonised with an under active thyroid about 6 years ago. I take thyroid extract/ armpit thyroid. For the last 6 months I’ve been on a calorie restricted diet of 1200-1300 calories and only lost 2-3 kilos. I also exercise regularly and have a fairly active day job.
My doctor recommended this diet. I don’t find it too difficult to stick too and have actually seen results! I have lost kilos and inches – about 4 kilos in 6 weeks. On non-fast days I still count calories and try and stick to 1200. I’m hoping to lose another 10 -15 kilos.

Forgive me if this is a repeat posting for anyone BUT JENNIEWREN ASKED FOR MY FAST SOUPS

I have 3 fast soups I make.
Place 2 teaspoons of garlic in a pan add .5 onion chopped and sauté. Add 500g pumpkin or butternut squash add 4 cups of water and cook 20 minutes. blend.. Makes 6- 8 cups at 56 cals a serve.

Place a leek and 2 teas of grated ginger in a pan and sauté. Add 6 large carrots peeled and chopped. Add 4 cups of water and cook 25 minutes . Blend. Makes 6 cups at 45 cal per serve.

Sauté 2 teaspoons of garlic add chopped finely( i do all this in a food processor)8 mushrooms , 2 carrots, leaves(add great flavour)and 2 sticks of celery, parsnip, swede, .5 cup pumpkin or squash and a few pieces of broccoli. Add 6 cups of water and cook 20 minutes. Blend. Makes 8 cups and each cup serve come in at 28 calories.

Hi guys, I am new to all of this but have been on an alternate day diet for quite a few weeks now. Having lost six stones on the low gl diet, I reached a plateau three years ago and thought the 5:2 might kick start me again. Clothes are fitting better now but with low thyroid function it is a slow process. Very worried about the comment earlier about Jenniewren losing her hair. It has taken me 48 years to grow mine and I do not want to lose it. Has anybody else experienced hair loss on the 5:2 diet??? Wendy

Hi everyone. I’ve been on the 5:2 for 13 weeks now. I’ve lost stone and 3lbs and 6 inches off my waist now which I’m so pleased with. I’ve struggled to lose weight for years now. I’ve also got type 2. I got my results back for my blood test hba1c has gone down. I’m a bit confused with the tsh 0.01 and t4 24.6 results. I feel a whole lot better not so confused and brain fog but I’ve started to get cold again I’m not sure if I’m going hyper any suggestions welcome. This is the best weight lost programme I’ve done. Not for the weight lost but for the way I feel now. This is my way of life now.

Just for ref I use fitness pal app track all my meals and exercise down. I have 1500 on my feed days. Also I use the Hairy Dieters book they calorie count and have some yummy meals for all the family.

Marie xxx

Hi everyone. As someone with Hashimotos who has only been taking thyroid medication for 3 weeks I’m planning on starting the 5:2 on Monday. I’ve read all of your posts with much interest, wish me luck!

Hi littlefish welcome! I have been on 5:2 for 5 weeks, the doctor just decreased my thyroxine, I’m a happy camper. good luck and keep us posted on how you are doing.

mackertwink, i just posted on your other thread. I am 42, and I know what you mean about the struggle with weight and the tiredness. Some days I was so tired all i could do cook myself something quick & easy which inevitably ended up being a large bowl of pasta. Forget exercise, that was far too much effort ! My weight has steadily been climbing, and 5:2 has provided me (and it would seem many others with underactive thyroids) a chance to change that !

So go for it, it’s not difficult, and you might find you not only lose weight but gain energy. That has to be worth trying !

well done Mackertwink, I am sure you won’t regret it! keep us posted. This forum is full of inspirational people, there have been days when i have struggled, but just logging on here is enough to get me through.

I fast Monday & Thursday, it works well for me as I do long days in the office so am not tempted by scoffing the leftovers of kids tea etc at home. I find it much easier when I am away from food….

I have done a couple of weeks of 4:3, ie 3 fast days, so would do Mon & Tues back to back, and then Thurs. It’s not too bad, but you have to be feeling quite strong mentally to do do 2 days in a row.

I eat 1/2 a grapefruit and a boiled egg for breakfast, then drink lots all day, and then eat supper about 7.30pm.

But everyone is different, you just have to go with what works for you.

Hi eyeryone,

I am so happy reading all of your comments. I am no 28, having been diagnosed with graves disease at 22 and having my thyroid fully removed at 24. I gained about 15 kilos after and nothing would move it, I exercised and ate quite well. My GP did not believe me and told me I wasnt doing enough even though my TSH was around 22. It was only when I saw a specialist and she changed my medication and I took up a weights class did I see a change. That was 2 years ago and I have (very slowly) lost almost 12kgs up until earlier this year. I recently completed my first half marathon and a sprint triathlon, but my weight has not budged. It is so disheartening and is really great hearing that I am not the only one. It has got to the stage where pole think I have body dysmorphia, but I dont think other people can understand how frustrating it is when you eat very healthily and exercise 5 times a week and not see results.
I am definitely going to try the 5:2 and am hoping it may boost my metablolism and help me loose another few kgs to bring me down to my ideal weight, so fingers, toes and everything in between crossed.
🙂