Arti Thangudu, MD 7/26/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 7/26/26

The South Asian Lab Reference Range Problem (And the 5 Numbers Worth Questioning)

Your labs came back "normal" but you don't feel normal? If you're South Asian, the ranges may not be built for you. Here's what to ask.

Arti Thangudu, MD 7/19/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 7/19/26

Diabetes Distress Is Real, and It Is Not Depression

Your A1C went up and you were told to try harder. Here is what most people with type 1, and their clinicians, are never told about diabetes distress.

Arti Thangudu, MD 7/12/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 7/12/26

Why Kegels Aren't Always the Answer

You were told it's just part of getting older, or just what happens after kids. Here is what most women are never told about pelvic floor health and midlife pain.

Arti Thangudu, MD 7/5/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 7/5/26

GLP-1 Medications and Type 1 Diabetes: What the Evidence Actually Shows Now

For years, GLP-1 medications were considered off-limits in type 1 diabetes. The newest evidence has changed that. Here is what actually shifted, who stands to benefit, and how to raise it with your doctor.

Arti Thangudu, MD 6/28/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 6/28/26

Stronger, Not Smaller

You did the cardio. You watched what you ate. And your body still wouldn't change. Here is what most women are never told about fat loss and muscle in midlife.

Arti Thangudu, MD 6/27/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 6/27/26

The New Status Symbol Isn't a Handbag - Here’s The Actual New Flex

The designer bag you're saving up for? The truly wealthy stopped caring years ago. Here is what they invest in instead, and where to start.

Arti Thangudu, MD 6/21/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 6/21/26

Burnout vs. Biological Fatigue: What Women Are Getting Wrong (And What to Do About It)

You've rested. You've reduced your stress. You've done the therapy. And you still don't feel like yourself. This post explains why fatigue in women over 40 deserves a clinical workup, not just a wellness plan.

Arti Thangudu, MD 6/14/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 6/14/26

A Suppressed TSH Is Not "Just a Number"

A normal TSH and feeling terrible can both be true. But a suppressed TSH is not "just a number," and "natural" thyroid options aren't automatically safer. Here's how to tell good thyroid advice from the kind that lands people in the hospital.

Arti Thangudu, MD 6/7/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 6/7/26

Redefining Ambition: Why a Career Pause Isn't the End of Your Story

Stepping back from your career can feel like stepping down, but it doesn't have to. Here's how to rethink ambition, guilt, and what a pause really means.

Arti Thangudu, MD 5/31/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 5/31/26

Perimenopause Is a Metabolic Transition — Not Just a Hormonal One

Many women in their late 30s and 40s are told they’re just stressed, anxious, or “getting older” — when they may actually be in perimenopause. In this episode, I explain the metabolic and hormonal changes that happen during the menopausal transition and why understanding them early can completely change long-term health outcomes.

Arti Thangudu, MD 5/24/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 5/24/26

The Truth About Armour Thyroid, T3 Therapy, and the FDA Changes No One Is Explaining Clearly

Armour Thyroid, NP Thyroid, T3 therapy, reverse T3, thyroid “optimization” — thyroid patients are being flooded with conflicting information online. Today I explain the recent FDA actions involving desiccated thyroid medications, what the evidence actually says about combination T4/T3 therapy, and why nuanced, individualized thyroid care matters more than internet extremes.

Arti Thangudu, MD 5/17/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 5/17/26

The Bone Health Conversation Every Woman Should Have Before 50

Osteoporosis prevention starts earlier than most women realize. Here’s what to know about bone density, menopause, DEXA scans, and fracture risk.

Arti Thangudu, MD 5/10/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 5/10/26

Skin and Hair Changes in Midlife: What Your Body May Be Telling You

Skin and hair changes in midlife are not just cosmetic. They may reflect hormones, thyroid health, nutrition, and collagen loss.

Arti Thangudu, MD 5/3/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 5/3/26

Adrenal Fatigue Isn’t Real - But Your Exhaustion Is

Adrenal fatigue is everywhere online, but it is not a real endocrine diagnosis. Here’s what cortisol testing should actually look like.

Arti Thangudu, MD 4/26/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 4/26/26

Do You Actually Need Iodine for Thyroid Health? What Most Women in the U.S. Get Wrong.

Iodine supplements are widely promoted—but most women don’t need them. Here’s what actually matters for thyroid health.

Arti Thangudu, MD 4/19/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 4/19/26

Low Libido in Women: Why It’s Not Just Hormones (And What Actually Matters)

Low libido isn’t just about hormones. Discover the real drivers of women’s sexual desire and what actually helps improve it.

Arti Thangudu, MD 4/12/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 4/12/26

Why South Asian Women Face Higher Metabolic Risk — and What to Do About It in Midlife

Many South Asian women develop metabolic disease earlier — even at lower weights. Here’s why it happens and how to change your trajectory.

Arti Thangudu, MD 4/5/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 4/5/26

GLP-1 Pricing Just Changed: What It Means for Patients, Access, and the Future of Metabolic Health

GLP-1 medications are becoming more affordable — but what does that really mean for patients, safety, and the healthcare system?

Arti Thangudu, MD 3/29/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 3/29/26

The Health Advice Problem: How to Find What’s Actually Trustworthy Online

In a world flooded with health content, knowing who to trust matters. Here’s how to evaluate information and spot misinformation before it harms you.

Arti Thangudu, MD 3/22/26 Arti Thangudu, MD 3/22/26

Lipids in Midlife: The Menopause-Heart Disease Link Too Many Women Miss

Most women are warned about hot flashes, not rising cardiovascular risk. Here’s what to know about lipids in midlife and menopause.

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