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EPISODE · Jun 26, 2025 · 7 MIN

What to Eat If You’re Losing Weight with Hyperthyroidism

from Save My Thyroid: Healing Tips for Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's · host Dr. Eric Osansky DC, IFMCP

Trying to gain weight with hyperthyroidism? The right fats and proteins can make all the difference.Unintentional weight loss was something I struggled with during my Graves' diagnosis, and it's a concern I frequently hear from others dealing with hyperthyroidism. Putting on a healthy weight isn't just about consuming more calories. Underlying issues like gut health and elevated thyroid hormone levels must also be addressed.In this Q&A, I share the specific foods I recommend: quality proteins, healthy fats, and targeted complex carbs. I also explain why simply adding more carbs typically backfires.If your weight keeps dropping despite everything you eat, this episode offers a strategic, root-cause approach to rebuilding your body. Tune in now!Episode Timeline: 0:00 - What to Know About Weight Loss with Hyperthyroidism0:16 - Why Some People Lose Weight and Others Don’t0:54 - Two Key Reasons Weight Loss Happens1:22 - Why Root Cause Always Comes First1:57 - When Lowering Thyroid Hormones Might Be Necessary2:42 - How Protein Helps You Rebuild with Hyperthyroidism3:33 - Healthy Fats and What to Avoid on AIP4:02 - Can You Use Carbs to Gain Weight Safely5:15 - Why Food Alone May Not Be Enough5:37 - Final Thoughts on Food and Root Cause Healing5:51 - Podcast OutroMentioned in This Episode: The Hyperthyroid Healing Diet: eBook : Osansky, EricHashimoto's Triggers: Osansky, Eric M.Free resources for your thyroid healthGet your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.comHigh-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’sHave you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid?Click Here to access hundreds of free articles and blog posts.Click Here for Dr. Eric’s YouTube channelClick Here to join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s groupClick Here to take the Thyroid Saving Score QuizClick Here to get all of Dr. Eric’s published booksClick Here to work with Dr. Eric Free resources for your thyroid healthGet your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.comHigh-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’ s Have you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto’s, and you can receive special offers, along with 10% off your first order, by signing up for emails and text messages when you visit ThyroSave.com. Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid?Get free access to hundreds of articles and blog posts: https://www.naturalendocrinesolutions.com/articles/all-other-articles Watch Dr. Eric’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/videos Join Dr. Eric’s Graves’ disease and Hashimoto’s group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourthyroid Take the Thyroid Saving Score Quiz: https://quiz.savemythyroidquiz.com/sf/237dc308 Read all of Dr. Eric’s published books: http://savemythyroid.com/thyroidbooks Work with Dr. Eric: https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/ 

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Trying to gain weight with hyperthyroidism? The right fats and proteins can make all the difference. Unintentional weight loss was something I struggled with during my Graves' diagnosis, and it's a concern I frequently hear from others dealing with hyperthyroidism. Putting on a healthy weight isn't just about consuming more calories. Underlying issues like gut health and elevated thyroid hormone levels must also be addressed. In this Q&A, I share the specific foods I recommend: quality ...

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