Title: Synthroid (Levothyroxine) & Weight Gain: An Uncommon Reaction - Mental Health Daily
Headings: Synthroid (Levothyroxine) & Weight Gain: An Uncommon Reaction
Synthroid (Levothyroxine) & Weight Gain: An Uncommon Reaction
Synthroid (Levothyroxine) and Weight Gain
How Synthroid May Cause Weight Gain (Possibilities)
Variables that may influence weight gain from Synthroid (Levothyroxine)
Synthroid dosage
Duration of administration
Other medications
Individual factors
Synthroid (Levothyroxine) & Weight Gain (The Research)
How much weight will you gain from synthroid (levothyroxine)?
Does everyone gain weight from taking synthroid (levothyroxine)?
Have you experienced weight gain from synthroid (levothyroxine)?

Content: It may be helpful to intervene with increased dietary fiber, hydration, and/or laxative agents. Keep in mind that constipation is unlikely to cause a significant amount of weight gain, but may contribute slightly to your overall weight increase if you experience it. Food cravings: Although fairly rare, some users report hunger pains and/or substantial food cravings while taking synthroid. You may find yourself craving unhealthy foods such as: candies, cookies, and various sugary treats. Assuming you are unable to resist these cravings, you’re probably going to gain some weight. To minimize your chances of falling victim to food cravings, you may want to avoid purchasing any foods that reinforce these cravings during synthroid treatment. Gut bacteria: Pharmaceutical medications, especially synthetic ones like synthroid, may be altering your gut microbiome.