Kayakalpa by Dr. Shruthi Thennati

  By Dr. Shruthi Thennati | Kayakalpa Clinic, Vadodara MBBS, MD, DipIBLM, PgDip Endocrine (UK) General Physician | Metabolic Physician | Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner Diabetes management is not about temporary sugar reduction — it’s about long-term metabolic control . Many patients experience fluctuating sugar levels despite medication, leading to frustration, fear of complications, and dependence on higher doses over time. At Kayakalpa Clinic , diabetes care goes beyond prescriptions. The focus is on understanding why sugar levels are high and building a sustainable system that helps patients maintain control for years — not weeks. Here’s how Kayakalpa makes that possible. 1. Treating Diabetes as a Metabolic Condition, Not Just High Sugar Diabetes is a disorder of insulin, metabolism, hormones, muscle mass, sleep, and lifestyle. At Kayakalpa, patients undergo: Insulin resistance assessment Metabolic health evaluation Lifestyle pattern analysis Hormonal and nutritional revi...

  By Dr. Shruthi Thennati | Kayakalpa Clinic, Vadodara MBBS, MD, DipIBLM, PgDip Endocrine (UK) General Physician | Metabolic Physician | Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner When health concerns arise — fatigue, fever, weight changes, sugar imbalance, thyroid issues, unexplained symptoms — the first and most important decision is choosing the  right doctor . In Vadodara, thousands of patients trust  Kayakalpa Clinic  as their preferred  general physician and internal medicine center  because of its accurate diagnosis, ethical practice, and long-term care approach. Here’s why Kayakalpa has earned that trust. 1. Led by an Experienced Internal Medicine Specialist Kayakalpa is headed by  Dr. Shruthi Thennati , a highly trained  MD (Internal Medicine)  with additional qualifications in lifestyle and metabolic medicine. Her expertise spans: Internal medicine & general physician care Diabetes & insulin resistance Thyroid disorders PCOS & horm...

  By Dr. Shruthi Thennati | Kayakalpa Clinic, Vadodara MBBS, MD, DipIBLM, PgDip Endocrine (UK) General Physician | Metabolic Physician | Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner Diabetes and obesity don’t develop overnight — and they don’t reverse overnight either.  They are the result of small daily habits repeated over years . The good news?  The same principle works in reverse. Lifestyle Medicine focuses on using simple, evidence-based daily habits to correct metabolism, improve insulin sensitivity, and support long-term reversal of diabetes and obesity — often with reduced medication dependence. What Is Lifestyle Medicine? Lifestyle Medicine is a medical approach that treats and reverses chronic diseases by targeting root-cause behaviours , not just symptoms. It focuses on: Nutrition Physical activity Sleep Stress management Circadian rhythm Emotional health Daily routines When practiced under medical supervision, lifestyle medicine becomes a powerful tool for metabolic heal...

  By Dr. Shruthi Thennati | Kayakalpa Clinic, Vadodara MBBS, MD, DipIBLM, PgDip Endocrine (UK) General Physician | Metabolic Physician | Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner Diet plays a powerful role in managing diabetes and obesity  — but only when it is personalised, practical, and medically sound . Many patients in Vadodara struggle because they follow generic diet charts, extreme calorie cuts, or internet trends that don’t address their metabolism. This guide explains what doctors actually recommend for long-term sugar control and sustainable weight loss. Why a “One-Size-Fits-All” Diet Fails Most diet plans fail because they ignore: Insulin resistance Hormonal imbalance Sleep and stress Body composition (fat vs muscle) Meal timing Cultural eating habits Managing diabetes and obesity requires metabolic correction , not starvation. Core Principles of a Doctor-Recommended Diet Plan 1. Focus on Blood Sugar Stability, Not Just Calories Sudden glucose spikes worsen insuli...

  By Dr. Shruthi Thennati | Kayakalpa Clinic, Vadodara MBBS, MD, DipIBLM, PgDip Endocrine (UK) General Physician | Metabolic Physician | Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner If you’ve ever wondered why you struggle with weight gain, irregular periods, cravings, fatigue, or fluctuating sugar levels — even after trying strict diets or medications — you’re not alone. Most of these issues are rooted in metabolism and hormones , not willpower. This is where a Metabolic Physician plays a powerful role. Unlike traditional specialty care that focuses on single organs, a metabolic physician looks at the entire system — insulin, hormones, inflammation, lifestyle, body composition, and metabolism — to diagnose and treat conditions like obesity, diabetes, and PCOS effectively. Here’s how. What Is a Metabolic Physician? A Metabolic Physician specializes in understanding: How your body uses energy How hormones influence metabolism Why fat distribution changes How insulin resistance develops How l...

  By Dr. Shruthi Thennati | Kayakalpa Clinic, Vadodara MBBS, MD, DipIBLM, PgDip Endocrine (UK) General Physician | Metabolic Physician | Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner Obesity is not just about weight — it is a metabolic, hormonal, and lifestyle-driven condition . Many people in Vadodara try endless diets, intense workouts, or supplements, yet struggle to lose weight or keep it off.  The reason? Most weight-gain issues are rooted in deeper metabolic imbalances that generic diet plans do not address. This guide explains obesity in a scientific, simple way — and outlines the medical, metabolic, and lifestyle approaches that truly work. Understanding Obesity Beyond Calories Obesity is often misunderstood as “eating too much” or “not exercising enough.”  In reality, weight gain can be driven by: Insulin resistance Thyroid disorders PCOS and hormonal imbalance Stress and cortisol dysfunction Poor sleep and circadian rhythm disruption Inflammation Gut microbiome imbala...