How to Know if Your Weight Gain/Loss Was Due to Your Thyroid?

You may have an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) if you notice sweating more, losing a significant amount of weight quickly, or feeling like your heartbeat has become faster. If you have noticed gaining a significant amount of weight, it may be because you have an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). Symptoms of a hypoactive thyroid can include feeling cold, having a slower heartbeat, fatigue, or muscle cramps.

What Causes a Weight Change?

In general, weight change can be caused by increased or decreased exercise and a slight caloric intake or deficit. You can healthily lose about one or two pounds (0.5 to 1.0kg) a week when intentionally losing weight, but you should not lose or gain weight too quickly. While it is natural to have your weight fluctuate a few kilos, a sudden large increase or decrease in weight may also cause concern. The best way to ensure you are healthy is to get tests done to check your thyroid.

How Do You Test Metabolic Health?

Metabolic health is predominantly tested with blood samples. At Better2Know, you can get your sample taken by a healthcare professional at one of our UK wide clinics. Once the sample has been taken, it will be sent off to an accredited lab to get tested. You will be able to receive your results shortly after.

When should I get tested?

If you are concerned about sudden weight gain or loss, you should get tested for your metabolic health. Metabolic health tests can help you quickly diagnose the issues. Once you get a diagnosis, you can start to treat the problem and gain control over your health.

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