Karla knows that when her friend took thyroid replacement, her friend lost weight. Karla has normal levels of thyroid hormones, but wonders whether taking thyroid replacement would help her lose weight as well. What should you tell her?
Yes, but only for periods of less than six months
No. It is contraindicated, ineffective, and dangerous.
Possibly, but she must be monitored very closely
Only as a last resort, after she has tried and failed at diet and exercise
Answer: No. It is contraindicated, ineffective, and dangerous.