Tag: Self Management

  • Finding Balance: Understanding Anabolic and Catabolic States of Metabolism

    Dr.Alok Purohit (PhD), Health Coach, Diabetes & Obesity educator The human body is in a constant state of flux, with metabolic processes working to maintain a state of balance. Anabolic and catabolic states of metabolism are two opposing processes that work in tandem to maintain this balance. This blog will explore the concepts of anabolic […]

  • What makes diabetes complicated and difficult to comprehend for patients; the role of a health coach

    Dr.Alok Purohit (PhD), Health Coach, Diabetes and obesity educator Diabetes is a complex chronic disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by the body’s inability to properly regulate blood sugar levels, which can lead to a range of complications. Understanding diabetes and how to manage it can be challenging for patients, and […]

  • From Intentions to Actions: How a Health Coach Can Help You Make Lasting Behavioral Changes

    Dr.Alok Purohit (PhD), Health Coach, Diabetes & Obesity educator In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the role of health coaches in promoting healthy lifestyles and producing better health outcomes. A health coach is a trained professional who works with individuals to develop personalized health plans and provide support and guidance as […]

  • The Blue-Light Dilemma: The Impact of Electronic Devices on Sleep and Health

    Dr.Alok Purohit (PhD), Health Coach, Diabetes & Obesity educator The human body is designed to function in a natural light and dark cycle known as the circadian rhythm. This natural cycle governs many essential functions, such as sleep, metabolism, and hormone regulation. However, in today’s modern world, our exposure to artificial light has increased dramatically, […]

  • 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, […]

  • Burn-out or Chill-out ; Make your choice

    The world around us is growing increasingly competitive, leading to stress and anxiety as one keeps grappling with uncertainties all around. Long, and sustained pursuits at work, chasing business or career growth, profitability, scale and size, or financial security slowly and subtly begin impacting the overall well being for individuals. Initially, the symptoms are bleak […]

  • Breaking up with stress

    The most commonly discussed subject in these times is Stress. Whether you’re stressed, anxious, or overworked, it’s a miserable feeling which dampens your productivity, affects the quality of your relationships, and hampers your ability to appreciate the here and now. Regardless of your current life circumstances, a handful of behaviors are proven to help.  Get up […]

  • Ten Tell-tale signs of being stuck

    Wondering why people do not realize by themselves when they are stuck? It is kind of numbness to an area in pain that doesn’t travel to the mind and keeps growing till the time it grows into a irretrievable one. Here are some tell- tale signs to diagnose if you are stuck; The results of […]

  • Is outsmarting syndrome setting you back?

    Ever met someone articulating goals passionately, yet not moving forward over time, changing goals often, shooting down possibilities, or quite adroitly presenting themselves as victims of circumstances? Very likely that one is dealing with someone with outsmarting syndrome. All of us have some goals or a purpose, though some are aware and others are not. […]