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The Glucose Ketone Index (GKI) Calculator is a cutting-edge tool that measures the ratio between your blood glucose levels and ketone levels, offering a snapshot of your metabolic health. This index has gained prominence in health and wellness circles as a reliable marker for understanding how well your body manages energy. Whether you’re aiming for […]

Research shows that obese and overweight employees can significantly impact organizational costs. These individuals often experience higher rates of absenteeism due to obesity-related illnesses such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and musculoskeletal disorders. Reviewed by Evans Mwaniki, PT Corporate Human Performance Risk Assessment is a strategic process designed to identify, analyze, and mitigate risks that impact

Obesity is not just a cosmetic concern; it significantly impacts heart health, leading to recurrent heart attacks. Specifically, obesity-induced myocardial infarctions—both STEMI (ST-elevation myocardial infarction) and NSTEMI (non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction)—are becoming more prevalent. These heart attacks often necessitate interventions such as balloon angioplasty, a procedure to restore blood flow in blocked coronary arteries. Reviewed by

Obesity is not only a condition in visibly big people but also in people who consider themselves slim, healthy and fit but have a high body fat percentage relative to lean tissue and in obese individuals, the interplay of elevated estrogen, insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, and leptin dysregulation converges to create an environment that is

A PRIVATE COACH offers tailored personalized Exercise, Nutrition and Psychology plans designed to meet your unique health and metabolic goals. At Nairobi Fitness Consulting, we specialize in creating custom programs that fit your lifestyle, whether you’re aiming to lose weight, build muscle, or improve overall fitness. Our Private Coaching is built around you, with expert

A PRIVATE COACH provides personalized Exercise, Nutrition and Psychology plans tailored to your goals, lifestyle, and current health status. At Nairobi Fitness Consulting, we recognize that each client is unique, requiring individualized attention to achieve optimal results. Whether you’re looking to lose weight, build muscle, or improve overall fitness, a Private Coach guides you through

Insomnia is a condition characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep, leading to poor rest and fatigue. Obesity, often linked to lifestyle and metabolic health issues, can significantly contribute to insomnia. While many think of obesity only in terms of physical appearance, it often affects the body’s internal processes, creating conditions that disrupt sleep. Metabolically

Obesity plays a significant role in the pathophysiology leading to the need for heart bypass surgery. Excess body fat, particularly visceral fat, causes systemic inflammation and promotes atherosclerosis, where plaques build up in the coronary arteries, narrowing or blocking blood flow to the heart. This can lead to coronary artery disease (CAD), increasing the risk

Obesity and depression are intertwined in ways that go beyond physical appearance. Although one might look slim and healthy, metabolic dysfunction can exist underneath, leading to depression. Overworking, poor diet, and lack of structured exercise contribute to metabolic disorders, including insulin resistance and adipose tissue dysfunction, which exacerbate mood disorders like depression. Reviewed by Evans

Anxiety and obesity are deeply intertwined, though this connection is often overlooked. Excess body weight, especially when driven by poor metabolic health, can trigger anxiety through hormonal imbalances and chronic inflammation. Adipose tissue dysfunction, caused by obesity, affects the regulation of stress hormones like cortisol, making individuals more susceptible to anxiety disorders. Reviewed by Evans