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Have hypothyroidism would it be beneficial for me if i start a extractor diet that consists of lots of fruits & veggies? would it help me lose weight?

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Doubt: I doubt any diet would work unless you take a thyroid supplement that is essential for your body metabolism.

Dr Khanna agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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My gall bladder removed in 2012, I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism after.I was on meds for a year then I stopped. When I stopped I started gaining weight. cant lose the weight even with exercise and good diet. Do I need to go back to taking meds?

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