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Unveiling Angiotensin: The Kidney’s Powerful Tool in Regulating Blood Pressure – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Angiotensin II constricts blood vessels and triggers the release of a hormone that causes water retention, leading to increased blood volume and higher blood pressure. This is nature’s emergency response. Hello everyone! Welcome back to our channel. Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of angiotensin—a hormone secreted by the kidneys that plays a crucial role in regulating blood pressure. We’ll explore angiotensin, how it works, and its importance in managing hypertension. So, let’s get started! What is Angiotensin? Angiotensin is a peptide hormone that helps regulate blood pressure by constricting blood vessels and triggering the release of other hormones. It’s a key player in the renin -angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS), essential for maintaining blood pressure and fluid balance. This is a natural survival kit. Sometimes, an accidental injury may cause bleeding, prompting the body to ...

Dec 3, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , , , ,
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Understanding Creatinine: Your Kidney’s Health Indicator – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Website: www.doctorharold.com Transcript: Taking care of your kidneys is crucial for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Let’s spread awareness about the importance of kidney health and encourage others to prioritise their well-being. “Welcome to our health channel, dear viewers. We are here to assist you with all your health concerns. Our past success has established us as a genuine provider of health information for the Sri Lankan community, both locally and globally. Today, we’re exploring creatinine, a key marker for kidney health. Knowing your cholesterol levels is crucial for heart health, and understanding your creatinine levels is essential for monitoring kidney function. At this stage, without getting into confusion, let’s discuss the difference between creatine and creatinine. Creatine is a compound that provides energy to muscles, while creatinine is a waste product eliminated from the body. Creatinine levels in the ...

Jun 9, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , ,
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Taking care of your kidney health is important. – By Dr harold Gunatillake Monitor your kidney health, blood pressure, and glucose levels regularly. Stay within your targets and lead a healthy lifestyle to maintain a healthy weight. Kidneys are the unsung heroes of our bodies, working tirelessly to filter waste and maintain a delicate balance of minerals and nutrients. You are always concerned about your heart health by checking cholesterol levels, but you do not get tested to check whether you are keeping your kidneys healthy. Most people do not know they have kidney disease because symptoms are typically not noticeable at early stages. The first step to prevent kidney disease like heart disease is to monitor your blood pressure and keep it within normal range. Over time, uncontrolled high blood pressure can cause arteries around the kidneys to narrow, weaken or harden. These damaged arteries cannot deliver enough blood ...

Jan 31, 2024 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , , , , , , ,
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Insulin Sensitivity, insulin resistance and insulin unresponsiveness – By Dr harold Gunatillake Website: www.Doctorharold.com There are over 400 million Diabetics in the world. Two million diabetics in Sri Lanka Studies done by Sri Lanka diabetic association and Kins College London have found that 20% of Sri Lankans have abnormal blood sugar levels. Primary risk factor for diabetes………. If you have diabetes or want to know about diabetes, the two words- insulin sensitivity and resistance- must be well understood to understand and control diabetes. Insulin resistance and insulin sensitivity are two sides of the same coin. If you have insulin resistance, you have low insulin sensitivity. Conversely, if you are sensitive to insulin, you have low insulin resistance. While insulin resistance is harmful to your health, insulin sensitivity is beneficial in non-diabetics. Your insulin sensitivity determines the amount of insulin your body needs to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. The more severe ...

May 31, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Dr harold Gunatillake Tagged , , , , , ,
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