Why don't I gain weight in hypothyroidism?

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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Hypothyroidism slows metabolism hence, its unlikely to cause weight loss. Instead it can cause weight gain.

Dr. Bhanu Suggests...

Take a VITAMIN B12 AND FOLATE Test or Take a HsCRP Test (High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein) Test

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