Living with diabetes doesn’t mean you have to stop living your life. Whether you’ve been recently diagnosed or have been managing the condition for years, the right strategy can make all the difference in preventing complications and maintaining high energy levels. As a Diabetes Super-Specialist, Dr. Moxit Shah focuses on comprehensive care that goes beyond…
In the fast-paced life of Ahmedabad, we often attribute fatigue, weight gain, or mood swings to “stress” or “getting older.” However, these are often the silent whispers of your endocrine system. Your hormones are the chemical messengers that control everything from your metabolism to your heartbeat. When these messengers go off-track, you need more than…
Obesity is not only related to calories and physical activity. Emotional health, stress, sleep, hormones, and eating behavior play a major role in long-term weight gain. One of the most common but often overlooked causes of obesity is stress eating or emotional eating. As an endocrinologist, Dr. Moxit Shah frequently sees patients who struggle with…
The thyroid gland plays an important role in controlling metabolism, energy, weight, temperature regulation, and overall hormonal balance. One of the most common causes of thyroid disease is autoimmune thyroid disorder, where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland. A common blood test used in evaluating autoimmune thyroid disease is the Anti-TPO antibody…
Overview Semaglutide and Mounjaro are currently the two most effective incretin-based therapies for obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). While both significantly improve glycemic control and weight reduction, tirzepatide consistently demonstrates greater efficacy across multiple metabolic parameters due to its dual GLP-1/GIP agonism. 1. Mechanism of Action Semaglutide Selective GLP-1 receptor agonist: Additional Effects…
Type 2 Diabetes and excess weight are common metabolic conditions in India. Semaglutide and Mounjaro (tirzepatide) are important medicines used in appropriate patients for Diabetes and, depending on the formulation and indication, Weight Management. Many patients ask how these medicines differ, what the evidence shows and how treatment is selected. Dr. Moxit Shah, DM Endocrinology,…
By Dr. Moxit Shah 7 Understanding Diabetes Type 2 Diabetes is a long-term condition in which blood sugar levels become high because the body either does not produce enough insulin or cannot use insulin effectively. If diabetes is not controlled properly, it can affect the heart, kidneys, eyes, nerves, and blood vessels. The good news…
By Dr. Moxit Shah 5 Introduction Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is one of the newest and most effective medications for weight loss and type 2 diabetes management. It works by targeting two important gut hormones called GIP and GLP-1, helping reduce appetite, improve insulin action, and promote significant weight reduction. Mounjaro (tirzepatide) can cause gastrointestinal and other…
Expert Advice by Dr. Moxit Shah, Leading Endocrinologist in Ahmedabad If you have a thyroid disorder and are considering GLP-1 receptor agonists (like semaglutide or tirzepatide) for weight loss or diabetes, you’re not alone. Many patients in Ahmedabad ask: 👉 “Is it safe to take GLP-1 injections if I have thyroid problems?” Let’s break this…
