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Can high cortisol cause weight gain? An endocrinologist explains
Dr. Narendra BS, Lead Consultant – Endocrinology & Diabetology , Aster Whitefield Hospital Cortisol has earned a reputation as the body's “stress hormone”, but its job extends far beyond responding to a stressful day. The hormone, produced by the adrenal glands and regulated through the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, helps control blood sugar, metabolism, blood pressure, immune function and the sleep-wake cycle. Cortisol also naturally rises and falls throughout the day.
Is there minimum and maximum age for Ozempic?
Dr. Narendra BS Lead Consultant – Endocrinology & Diabetology, Aster Whitefield Hospital GLP-1 drugs are revolutionary, but require nutritional monitoring and strength training to remain safe and effective, per a doctor. While these drugs are being hailed as 'miracle' shots for weight loss, they come with a complex set of side effects and long-term considerations — especially for the Indian population.
The Overlooked Male Side of Thyroid: Why It’s Not Just a Women’s Issue
People often sort of automatically tie the word “thyroid” to women’s health. Like from pregnancy complications to weight gain and hormonal imbalance, thyroid disorders are presented as a kind of female problem. And even though women are diagnosed more often, this situation has quietly made a risky blind spot around men and their thyroid health.
GLP-1 Medications Explained: Benefits, Risks and Common Misconceptions
In recent years, GLP-1 receptor agonists have changed the way people discuss weight loss and diabetes treatment. The medications which doctors developed to treat Type 2 diabetes now serve as common treatments for both obesity and metabolic disorders. The rapid increase in their use has caused people to refer to them as "miracle drugs." The question remains whether they represent true scientific advancement or ifpeople just misunderstand them. What Are GLP-1 Medications?
Can fasting during Ramadan really help lower your sugar levels
For a lot of individuals, Ramadan fasting can lead to a decline in glucose levels but will vary based on your current health condition, medications, and how the fast is completed (in addition to major aspects of Ramadan fasting). This article provides an unbiased, peer-reviewed overview of Ramadan fasting from a scientific perspective.
Aging and Heart Risks
If you are working 60 to 70 hours a week and it feels like your body is ageing faster than the calendar is ticking, then it is not just your imagination.
How Gen Z’s Screen Habits Are Damaging Eye Health And Raising The Risk Of Diabetes
Although screen exposure does not directly cause diabetes, the lifestyle surrounding heavy screen use certainly fuels it. For Gen Z, the screen has become an inseparable extension of life – an always-on portal for connection, entertainment, work, and identity. But behind the glow of phones, tablets, and gaming monitors lies a growing health concern. Young people are experiencing eye strain at levels once seen only in long-hour office workers.
Can Diabetes Be Reversed? Endocrinologist Dr Narendra BS Explains
In an era where metabolic health is increasingly being talked about, the rising prevalence of diabetes emerges as a significant global concern. Projections indicate a staggering increase from 483 million to approximately 700 million affected individuals worldwide. In India alone, where 77 million diabetes cases are documented, and 80 million individuals are in a pre-diabetic state, it becomes imperative to reassess strategies for addressing this escalating health crisis.
Can diabetes be reversed?
In an era where metabolic health is increasingly being talked about, the rising prevalence of diabetes emerges as a significant global concern. Projections indicate a staggering increase from 483 million to approximately 700 million affected individuals worldwide. In India alone, where 77 million diabetes cases are documented and 80 million individuals are in a pre-diabetic state, it becomes imperative to reassess strategies for addressing this escalating health crisis.
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