Weight and metabolic health
Blood sugar, diabetes, weight changes and eating well.
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Blood sugar, diabetes, weight changes and eating well.
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- My TSH is under control with tablets but I am still not losing weight. Doctor says thyroid is not the reason now. Is that possible? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Yes, that is quite possible. An underactive thyroid can cause some weight gain, mostly from fluid and a slower metabolism, but once thyroid levels are brought into the normal range with treatment, the thyroid is usually no longer the main thing holding weight on. Many people… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I was treated for overactive thyroid and now I have put on a lot of weight. Is this from the treatment? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Weight gain after treatment for an overactive thyroid is common. When the thyroid is overactive, the body burns energy faster, so many people lose weight. After treatment brings thyroid levels down, appetite often stays high for a while while the metabolism slows to normal… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Kai kaal ellam slim aa dhaan irukku, but thoppai mattum adhigam aagitte pogudhu. Idhu health ku problem ah? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Yes, it can matter even when your arms and legs are slim. Fat stored around the waist, especially deep inside the belly around the organs, is linked more strongly to type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, fatty liver and heart disease than fat elsewhere. This pattern is common in… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- After my doctor added insulin, I have gained weight and I am upset. Is this expected? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Some weight gain after starting insulin is common and expected. When sugar is high, the body loses calories through sugar in the urine. Once insulin brings sugar under control, those calories are kept, and insulin also helps the body store energy. Some people also eat extra… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Doctor sugar irukku nu confirm pannitaaru. Ippo enakku 42 dhaan. Life long tablet podanumaa? Romba upset aa irukku. Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person It is completely natural to feel upset after hearing this. Type 2 diabetes is very common in India, and many women live full, active lives with it. A new diagnosis is the start of learning to manage it, not a sign that everything is going wrong. Whether you need medicine, and… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I keep Ekadashi and Navratri fasts every year. Now I am on sugar tablets. Can I continue fasting? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Many people with diabetes do continue religious fasts, but it needs planning with your doctor first. When you fast while on certain diabetes medicines, your sugar can drop too low, causing shakiness, sweating, confusion or fainting. On the other hand, heavy festive meals when… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Since starting my depression medicine I have gained weight. Should I stop it? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Please do not stop it suddenly on your own. Weight gain is a known side effect of some antidepressants and other mental health medicines. Stopping abruptly can cause withdrawal symptoms and may let depression return. It is worth telling your doctor about the weight gain so you… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Sugar 10 saal se hai, ab pair mein jhunjhuni rehti hai aur chhota sa ghaav theek nahi ho raha. Kya karun? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Please show this wound to a doctor soon. Long-standing diabetes can damage nerves in the feet, causing tingling or numbness, and can also reduce blood flow. Together, these make small wounds slow to heal and more likely to become infected, sometimes without much pain. Early care… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My SGPT is high and the scan shows fatty liver. Doctor told to lose weight. Do I need liver medicines or tonics also? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person For most people with fatty liver linked to weight, sugar or cholesterol, the main treatment is lifestyle change, especially gradual weight loss, regular physical activity and diet changes. Studies show that losing even a modest amount of weight can reduce liver fat and… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Doctor mentioned weight loss surgery since I have diabetes and BMI is high. I am scared. What does it actually involve? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Weight-loss surgery, also called bariatric surgery, reduces the size of the stomach or changes how food passes through the gut. This leads to eating smaller amounts and changes in gut hormones that affect hunger and blood sugar. For people with a high BMI and type 2 diabetes, it… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Doctor asked for urine microalbumin test since I have diabetes. My kidneys feel fine. Why is this test needed? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Diabetes can slowly damage the small blood vessels in the kidneys, usually without any symptoms in the early stages. The urine microalbumin test looks for tiny amounts of protein leaking into the urine, which is one of the earliest signs of kidney strain. Finding it early gives… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My mother has been on steroid tablets for her arthritis and her face and belly have become puffy and she has gained weight. Is this normal? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Weight gain and puffiness of the face and belly are well-known effects of long-term steroid medicines. Steroids increase appetite, cause the body to store fat around the face, neck and belly, and can cause fluid retention. They can also raise blood sugar, blood pressure and… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Office mein sab keto diet kar rahe hain aur jaldi weight kam ho raha hai. Kya mujhe bhi try karna chahiye? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Keto is a very low carbohydrate, high fat diet. Many people do lose weight quickly on it at first, partly because the body loses stored water and partly because cutting out rice, roti, sugar and snacks reduces total calories. Some people find it helps with appetite and blood… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I am thin, I eat less than my friends, still my sugar came high. How can a slim person get diabetes? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Slim people can and do get type 2 diabetes, and this is especially common in South Asians. Many Indians carry more fat inside the belly and around the liver even when they look thin, and have less muscle, which makes the body less sensitive to insulin. Genes and family history… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My glucometer showed above 400 after dinner but I feel okay. Can I just take my usual tablets and check tomorrow? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person A reading that high needs attention the same day, even if you feel okay. Very high sugar can lead to dehydration and serious complications, and sometimes symptoms appear only later. First, wash your hands and recheck, because food on the fingers can give a false high reading. If… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Sugar vandhaa saadham saapdakoodaadhu, chapathi dhaan saapdanum nu ellarum solraanga. Nijamaa? Dhinamum chapathi saapda mudiyala. Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person You do not necessarily have to give up rice completely. Both rice and wheat roti are mainly carbohydrates, and both raise blood sugar. Switching from rice to chapathi alone does not help much if the portion is the same. What matters more is how much you eat, what you eat with… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I am not diabetic, but if I miss a meal I get shaky, sweaty and angry. Is it low sugar? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Many people feel shaky, sweaty, irritable or weak when they go a long time without eating. In people without diabetes, the body usually keeps blood sugar within a safe range, so true low sugar is uncommon. These symptoms are often due to hunger hormones, a drop in sugar that is… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I had sugar in my first pregnancy and needed insulin. Now planning second baby. Will it happen again and what can I do? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Having gestational diabetes in a past pregnancy does raise the chance of it happening again, and needing insulin last time suggests your body had a harder time controlling sugar. But it is not certain, and there are things you can do before and during the next pregnancy to lower… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- Everyone is talking about the new weight loss injections. Can I get them from a clinic even if I am not diabetic? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person The newer weight-loss injections work by acting on hormones that affect appetite and blood sugar. They have shown meaningful weight loss in studies, and in some countries they are approved for people with obesity even without diabetes. Whether they are suitable for you depends… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I keep getting itching and white discharge down there again and again, along with a lot of thirst. Can it be linked to sugar? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Yes, it can be. When blood sugar is high, sugar can be present in vaginal secretions and urine, which helps yeast grow. This can lead to repeated thrush, with itching and thick white discharge. Thirst and passing urine often are also classic signs of high sugar. Together, these… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My BMI is 24 which the app says is normal, but my doctor said I am overweight for an Indian. Why the difference? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person The difference comes from which cut-off is used. Standard international BMI ranges were based mostly on studies of European populations. Research has shown that South Asians tend to have more body fat, especially around the belly, at the same BMI, and develop diabetes and heart… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- My mother is diabetic. Since yesterday she is vomiting, very sleepy and her sugar meter shows HI. What should we do? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Please take her to an emergency department now or call 112. A meter reading of HI usually means her sugar is above what the meter can measure. Together with vomiting and drowsiness, this can be a sign of a dangerous diabetes emergency, such as diabetic ketoacidosis or a… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I have diabetes and use insulin. Can I keep Ramzan rozas this year? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Some people with diabetes on insulin do fast during Ramzan, but it carries real risks and should be planned carefully with your doctor well before the month starts. Long daytime fasts can cause low sugar, especially with insulin, and heavy meals at suhoor and iftar can push… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
- I had gestational diabetes. Does breastfeeding my baby actually lower my own chance of getting diabetes later? Written with AI assistance — not yet reviewed by a person Research suggests it may help. Studies have found that women who had gestational diabetes and breastfed their babies, especially for longer periods, tended to have a lower chance of developing type 2 diabetes later. Breastfeeding uses energy and may improve how the body handles… Published 5 Oct 2026· English
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