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Irregular Lifestyle: A Threat to Circadian Rhythms and Metabolic Health
Dr.Alok Purohit(PhD), Health Coach, Diabetes and Obesity educator Circadian rhythm is a complex network of internal biological processes that regulate the timing of various physiological activities, including sleep, hunger, hormone secretion, and metabolism, in response to environmental cues such as light and dark. The maintenance of a regular lifestyle and the alignment of circadian rhythms […]
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The Double Trouble: why sugar and alcohol are equally bad
Dr.Alok Purohit (PhD), Health Coach, Diabetes & Obesity educator Alcohol and sugar are two substances that, at first glance, might not seem to have much in common. However, they are more alike than one might think, particularly when it comes to their effects on our health and metabolism. Here are some ways in which alcohol […]
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The More You Eat, the More You Want: The Link between Sugar and Overeating
Dr.Alok Purohit (PhD), Health Coach, Diabetes & Obesity educator Sugar is an ingredient that can be found everywhere around us,and luring us into consuming via foods and drinks, but did you know that consuming sugar can actually make you eat more? Here’s how sugar affects our appetite and leads to overeating. Activates Reward Centers: Sugar […]
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“The Sweet Deception: The Role of Sugar in the Obesity Epidemic”
Dr.Alok Purohit,(PhD), Health Coach, Diabetes & Obesity educator Glucose is the source of energy for human body and is necessary to keep us going. In fact, many of our organs run only on glucose. Sugar is a type of carbohydrate that is naturally present in most foods and drinks which is metabolized at the cellular […]
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Here is why stress is known to be a silent killer?
Dr.Alok Purohit, (PhD) Health Coach, Obesity and Diabetes educator Stress is a common part of life, but its impact on our health can often go unnoticed. In particular, stress can have a significant impact on our metabolic health, which can lead to a variety of health problems over time. When we experience stress, our bodies […]
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Insulin resistance and its linkage with Metabolic health
Dr. Alok Purohit (PhD), Health Coach, Diabetes & Obesity educator Insulin resistance and metabolic health are two closely related concepts that play a crucial role in our overall well-being. Insulin resistance is a condition where our body becomes less responsive to insulin, the hormone responsible for regulating glucose (sugar) levels in our bloodstream. This leads […]
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Here is why you should find visceral fat alarming
Dr. Alok Purohit (PhD), Health Coach, Obesity & Diabetes educator Visceral fat, also known as abdominal fat, is the type of fat that accumulates around our organs in the abdominal cavity. While all fat is harmful to our health in excess, visceral fat is especially concerning because of the numerous health problems it can cause. […]
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How does learning help manage chronic health conditions
Dr. Alok Purohit, Health Coach, Obesity & Diabetes educator Learning can play a crucial role in managing chronic health conditions like diabetes, weight management, hypertension or dyslipidemia. Here’s how: Understanding the Condition: Knowledge is power, and learning about your chronic health condition can help you better understand what it is, how it affects your body, […]
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Metabolic Syndrome; The new pandemic
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that occur together, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke and type-2 diabetes. These conditions include increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels1. There is enough evidence to suggest that these are “conditions caused by prosperity” across […]
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Here’s how a Health Coach complements Your Physician
Dr. Alok Purohit, (PhD) Life & Health Coach, Obesity and Diabetes educator Your physician is an important part of your healthcare team, but they may not have the time or resources to provide in-depth support for lifestyle changes. A health coach can fill this gap and complement your physician’s care. Here are some ways a […]