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 What Is Fatty Liver Disease? Fatty liver disease occurs when excess fat accumulates in the liver. It has become increasingly common due to: Sedentary lifestyle Weight gain Insulin resistance Poor dietary habits Diabetes and obesity Many patients are diagnosed accidentally during routine ultrasound scans. Early Signs of Fatty Liver Fatty liver often develops silently without obvious symptoms. However, some patients may experience: ✔ Fatigue  ✔ Heaviness in the abdomen  ✔ Bloating  ✔ Difficulty losing weight  ✔ High cholesterol  ✔ Elevated liver enzymes Because symptoms are mild, many people ignore the condition until it worsens. Why Fatty Liver Is More Than a Liver Problem Fatty liver is strongly linked to metabolic health. It is commonly associated with: Prediabetes...

 By Dr. Shruthi Thennati | Kayakalpa Clinic, Vadodara  MBBS, MD, DipIBLM, PgDip Endocrine (UK)  General Physician | Metabolic Physician | Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner “I’m Slim… Then Why Is My Cholesterol High?” Many people believe high cholesterol only affects older adults or individuals who are overweight. But in reality, even young and slim individuals can develop abnormal cholesterol levels. High cholesterol is often linked to hidden metabolic and lifestyle factors — not just body weight. What Is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a fat-like substance needed by the body for: Hormone production Cell function Vitamin D synthesis However, excess unhealthy cholesterol can increase the risk of: Heart disease Stroke Fatty liver Diabetes Common Reasons for High Cholesterol in Slim Individuals 1. Genetics & Family History Some individuals inherit a tendency to develop high cholesterol despite having normal body weight. This is known as familial or genetic cholesterol dis...