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Can thyroid medications help you lose weight? The answer is yes, but there are a few things to know. The first is that thyroid medications are not primarily weight loss medications. Instead, they are medications that contain hormones designed to bring your thyroid hormone back into normal function. The reason they can help you lose weight is that your thyroid controls and regulates your metabolism. Having said that, not all thyroid medications are equal when it comes to restoring thyroid function. For weight loss, the medications most likely to help include those that contain T3 thyroid hormone. Practically speaking that means medications like Cytomel, liothyronine, any formulation of Natural Desiccated Thyroid, sustained release T3, and compounded T4/T3 thyroid hormone all work. If we are talking supplements, then any supplement with T2 thyroid hormone is also beneficial. #thyroid #weightloss #t3 #thyroidweightgain #hypothyroidism Download my free thyroid resources here (including hypothyroid symptoms checklist, the complete list of thyroid lab tests optimal ranges, foods you should avoid if you have thyroid disease, and more): https://www.restartmed.com/start-here/ Recommended thyroid supplements to enhance thyroid function: - Supplements that everyone with hypothyroidism needs: https://bit.ly/3tekPej - Supplement bundle to help reverse Hashimoto's: https://bit.ly/3gSY9eJ - Supplements for those without a thyroid and for those after RAI: https://bit.ly/3tb36nZ - Supplements for active hyperthyroidism: https://bit.ly/3t70yHo See ALL of my specialized supplements including protein powders, thyroid supplements, and weight loss products here: https://www.restartmed.com/shop/ Want more from my blog? I have more than 400 well-researched blog posts on thyroid management, hormone balancing, weight loss, and more. See all blog posts here: https://www.restartmed.com/blog/ Prefer to listen via podcast? Download all of my podcast episodes here: https://apple.co/3kNYTCS Disclaimer: Dr. Westin Childs received his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic medicine in 2013. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Childs is no longer practicing medicine and does not hold an active medical license so he can focus on helping people through videos, blog posts, research, and supplement formulation. To read more about why he is no longer licensed please see this page: https://www.restartmed.com/what-happe... This video is for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Childs and you. You should not make any changes to your medications or health regimens without first consulting a physician. If you have any questions please consult with your current primary care provider. Restart Medical LLC and Dr. Westin Childs are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis, or any other information, services, or product you obtain through this website or video.