Tag: Insulin Resistance
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Rising Cholesterol and Insulin Resistance Among SA Youth: What It Means for Public Health
Overview: A new health threat among South Africa’s youth In a small mining town in Limpopo, a troubling pattern is emerging: young people are showing signs of conditions once thought to affect only older adults. Elevated cholesterol, insulin resistance, obesity, and early indicators of type 2 diabetes are appearing among teens and young adults. This…
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Rising cholesterol and insulin resistance in SA youth
Understanding the trend: cholesterol and insulin resistance in young South Africans In communities across South Africa, especially in small mining towns, health indicators once thought to reflect older age groups are appearing among younger people. Doctors and public health researchers are reporting rising rates of high cholesterol and insulin resistance among youths, alongside more familiar…
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Rising Cholesterol and Insulin Resistance in SA Youth: What Public Health Must Do
Introduction: A brewing public health challenge Across South Africa, a troubling trend is emerging: high cholesterol and insulin resistance are appearing in younger populations. In communities once deemed low-risk, especially in mining towns and other industrial towns, the signs of metabolic syndrome—type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, and elevated cholesterol—are no longer confined to…
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Weight Loss and Fat Tissue: How Shedding Pounds Restores Cellular Health
Introduction: Why fat tissue matters for metabolic health Obesity is more than a matter of body weight. Excess adipose tissue often becomes a source of chronic inflammation and metabolic dysfunction that raises the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and other conditions. The good news is that weight loss does not just reduce inches on the…
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Vitamin D and Cardiometabolic Risk in Overweight Children: Meta-Analysis
Overview Childhood overweight and obesity are rising global concerns linked to a cluster of cardiometabolic risk factors, including insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, high blood pressure, and inflammation. Vitamin D has been proposed as a potential modulator of metabolic health due to its roles in inflammation, insulin secretion, and lipid metabolism. This article summarizes a grade-assessed systematic…
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Three Diabetes Myths Debunked by a Gastro Doctor: Genetics Isn’t Destiny
Introduction: Myth-busting from a Gastro Doctor Many people assume that diabetes is a fixed fate dictated by genetics, with little room for change. Gastro doctor Dr. Pal challenges that notion, offering practical, science-backed advice on how daily habits influence blood sugar control. The message is hopeful: while genetics can raise risk, lifestyle choices often determine…
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Diabetes myths debunked: lifestyle shapes blood sugar
Introduction: Myth-Busting from a gastro perspective Diabetes is often seen through a narrow lens: genetics set the course, and medications do the heavy lifting. But gastro doctor Dr. Pal argues that blood sugar control hinges on a broader picture. By addressing insulin resistance, gut health, sleep quality, and stress management, many people can improve their…
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Debunking Diabetes Myths: Dr. Pal Explains Why Genetics Isn’t Destiny
Myth 1: Diabetes is purely genetic and unchangeable Many people assume that diabetes is an inescapable consequence of family history. While genetics can raise your risk, it’s not a life sentence. Dr. Pal, a respected gastro doctor, emphasizes that blood sugar control is shaped by a combination of factors, with lifestyle habits playing a pivotal…
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Alzheimer’s Disease May Hijack Fat Tissue Communication, Worsening Metabolism
Understanding the connection between Alzheimer’s disease and metabolic regulation Alzheimer’s disease is widely recognized for its impact on memory and cognition, but emerging research suggests the condition may extend its reach into how the body manages energy and fats. A growing body of evidence indicates that Alzheimer’s can disrupt the dialogue between the brain and…
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Skipping Breakfast: How It Silently Damages Arteries and Raises Heart Risk
Why breakfast matters for arterial health What you eat in the morning can set the tone for your body’s metabolism, blood sugar, and inflammation levels for the rest of the day. Emerging evidence suggests that skipping breakfast disrupts the body’s natural rhythms, contributing to higher LDL cholesterol, increased blood pressure, and inflammatory processes that quietly…