Dr. Rashmi Rai

Dr. Rashmi Rai Founder AGE ÉHANCE CLINIC

Pioneering the way to treat hormone imbalances in men and women with Bio

“I feel off… but I don’t know why.”It’s something I hear all the time. We look at hormones. Anxiety. Bloating. Brain fog...
01/08/2025

“I feel off… but I don’t know why.”

It’s something I hear all the time. We look at hormones. Anxiety. Bloating. Brain fog.

And sometimes, the root is where no one expects, the lungs.

That v**e you only use when you’re anxious?
It’s not harmless. It disrupts estrogen, spikes inflammation, and messes with your mood, sleep, and cycles.

No one told you this.
But now you know.

Your breath matters.
Your hormones matter.
And this isn’t just about lungs, it’s about your whole body.

I’m endlessly grateful for hospitals. They treat heart attacks, mend broken bones, and step in during emergencies. But w...
28/07/2025

I’m endlessly grateful for hospitals. They treat heart attacks, mend broken bones, and step in during emergencies. But what about the quiet struggles, the ones that don’t show up on a scan?

The brain fog that won’t lift.
The bloating you’ve normalised.
The PMS that disrupts your month.
The fatigue that sleep doesn’t fix.

That’s where functional medicine comes in.

It doesn’t just ask “What’s wrong?”
It asks “Why is this happening in your body?”

💬 Why are your hormones out of sync?
💬 What’s your gut trying to tell you?
💬 Is it stress? Inflammation? Or something deeper?

Functional medicine looks at the full picture, your habits, food, sleep, mood, relationships, even unresolved trauma and connects the dots.

Because you’re not just a diagnosis.
You’re a system trying to feel whole again.

Healing doesn’t happen overnight.

But it starts the moment we stop silencing symptoms and start listening to the body.

Menopause doesn’t need softer lighting and quieter voices.It needs clarity. Visibility. And open conversation.We’ve kept...
21/07/2025

Menopause doesn’t need softer lighting and quieter voices.

It needs clarity. Visibility. And open conversation.

We’ve kept it behind closed doors for too long, treated it like a private inconvenience instead of a powerful transition.

But the symptoms are real. The confusion is real. The need for support? Even more real.
It’s not time to keep it in another four walls.

It’s time to bring it out, into the open, into our lives, and into the care it deserves.

’sTalkMenopause

So, you're eating clean, working out, and getting 7+ hours of sleep, and yet… your body feels like it’s not on your side...
17/07/2025

So, you're eating clean, working out, and getting 7+ hours of sleep, and yet… your body feels like it’s not on your side.

Here’s something most people don’t hear from their doctors:

It might not be what your body is producing, but what it can’t get rid of.

Estrogen that hangs around too long starts acting up. Bloated? Tired? Gaining weight for no reason? Thank your overworked liver, sluggish gut, and that stress you keep powering through.

This isn’t just a women’s club either. Men, if your energy is low, belly fat is creeping in, or you’re not feeling like yourself… your estrogen might be whispering too.

Hormones don’t just need to be “balanced”
They need an exit strategy.
Let’s talk about it.

Premature menopause isn’t rare. And it’s not just about periods stopping early.When menopause happens before age 40 know...
08/07/2025

Premature menopause isn’t rare. And it’s not just about periods stopping early.

When menopause happens before age 40 known as Primary Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) the drop in estrogen can have profound effects across the entire body.

Here’s what that early loss of estrogen really means:

🔹 Bones start losing density faster, increasing the risk of early-onset osteoporosis.
🔹 Heart health declines premature menopause raises the risk of cardiovascular disease by up to 80%.
🔹 Muscle strength drops, leading to earlier signs of frailty.
🔹 Mood and brain health are affected anxiety, low mood, and brain fog are common.
🔹 Fertility may be impacted, but hormones are not just about reproduction they support every system in your body.

What’s deeply concerning is how often this goes undiagnosed.

Many women are told it’s “just stress” or that they’re “too young for menopause.”
They’re left struggling, unheard often for years.
But with early diagnosis and appropriate hormone replacement therapy (HRT), women with POI can protect their bones, heart, brain, and overall wellbeing.

This isn’t just bad luck.
It’s medical. It’s treatable. It matters.

Every woman deserves answers, options, and proper support no matter her age.

This weekend, I had the honour of engaging with global thought leaders in obesity and metabolic health at a prestigious ...
30/06/2025

This weekend, I had the honour of engaging with global thought leaders in obesity and metabolic health at a prestigious medical gathering for the India launch of wegovy.

Doctors from across the country convened to discuss one of the most urgent health challenges we face today: the rising tide of obesity in India.

It was a privilege to interact with:
🔹 Dr. Lee Kaplan – Director, Obesity, Metabolism and Nutrition, Massachusetts General Hospital, USA
🔹 Dr. Daniel – VP, Clinical Cardiometabolic Medicine, Denmark

As an integrative doctor, I believe:
✔ Lifestyle will always be the first prescription nutrition, movement, mindset, and sleep remain the foundation
✔ In select cases, scientific advancements can support (not replace) these pillars
✔ Obesity isn’t about willpower it’s a complex, chronic condition that requires nuanced, compassionate care

Grateful to be part of a medical conversation that balances innovation with root-cause medicine. A meaningful step toward more holistic obesity care in India.



[Obesity, care, root cause medicine, metabolic health, India obesity, Indian obesity stats, medical panel, functional medicine]

This one hormone quietly holds so much together your sleep, mood, menstrual cycle, brain, bones, and even heart.And yet,...
26/06/2025

This one hormone quietly holds so much together your sleep, mood, menstrual cycle, brain, bones, and even heart.

And yet, during perimenopause, it’s the first to decline and its absence can ripple through every part of your life.

I’m talking about progesterone often called the calm hormone.

🧠 Why Progesterone Matters:

1. Mood Stability – It works with GABA, the brain’s calming neurotransmitter, to ease anxiety and emotional swings.
2. Sleep Quality – It promotes deep, restorative sleep.
3. Cycle Regulation – It balances estrogen, reducing heavy bleeding, irregular cycles, and spotting.
4. Bone Protection – It plays a vital role in maintaining bone density and resilience.

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🚨 When Progesterone Declines:

• Trouble falling or staying asleep
• Heightened anxiety or emotional overwhelm
• Heavier, longer, or unpredictable periods
• Increased cortisol and stress response
• Signs of estrogen dominance: bloating, headaches, mood swings

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What You Can Do:

🌿 Support your body naturally with stress reduction (think: mindfulness, yoga, magnesium, and B6).

💊 In some cases, bio-identical progesterone when prescribed appropriately can be a game changer for restoring calm and hormonal balance.

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This isn’t just about managing symptoms this is about protecting your long-term health and feeling like yourself again.

If this resonates, let’s talk.
DM me for personalised care and evidence-based solutions that support your hormonal health.

Ever feel like staying fit gets harder with time? It’s not just in your head; it’s how our bodies change as we age.Hormo...
16/06/2025

Ever feel like staying fit gets harder with time? It’s not just in your head; it’s how our bodies change as we age.

Hormonal shifts and a slower metabolism can make it easy to lose muscle and gain fat. But here’s the thing: it’s never too late to take charge.

Here’s what I’ve learned:
1. Strength training works wonders. Just 2-3 times a week of lifting or resistance exercises can help you feel stronger and more energized.

2. Protein is key. Adding eggs, lentils, fish, or dairy to your meals (20-30g per meal) keeps muscles happy.

3. Daily movement keeps the spark alive. Whether it’s walking, swimming, or cycling, just get moving—it all counts!

4. Don’t underestimate water and rest. Staying hydrated and sleeping well is where recovery and strength begin.

Small steps can lead to big changes. What’s one thing you’re doing to stay healthy and strong? Let’s share and motivate each other.

Ever heard that progesterone turns into cortisol? Let’s clear this up!Progesterone can act as a precursor to cortisol, b...
10/06/2025

Ever heard that progesterone turns into cortisol? Let’s clear this up!

Progesterone can act as a precursor to cortisol, but this only happens in the adrenal glands during cortisol production. Everywhere else in your body, progesterone mainly metabolizes into allopregnanolone, a neurosteroid that has calming effects on the brain.

So why do some people feel moody or anxious when taking natural progesterone? It’s not because it’s turning into cortisol. Instead, it’s about how allopregnanolone interacts with GABA receptors in your brain. GABA is your body’s natural ‘calm-down’ system, but these interactions can vary based on dose, timing, and your unique biochemistry.

The idea that ‘progesterone converts to cortisol’ oversimplifies a complex process.

Understanding these pathways helps us better grasp why hormonal therapies might work differently for each person.

Menopause is not a problem to be fixed, yet mainstream medicine often treats it as one.When a woman walks into a clinic ...
02/06/2025

Menopause is not a problem to be fixed, yet mainstream medicine often treats it as one.

When a woman walks into a clinic with symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, or abnormal bleeding, the standard response is a lineup of quick fixes: birth control pills, antidepressants, sleeping aids, synthetic hormones, or even a hysterectomy.

The focus? Suppress the symptoms, silence the signals, and move on.

But those symptoms aren’t random, they’re your body’s way of communicating. Perimenopause and menopause aren’t ‘awful’ chapters; they’re transformative ones. They’re your body’s call for attention, balance, and care.

It’s time to rethink how we approach this phase of life. Let’s stop suppressing and start listening. You deserve better care, better understanding, and a better conversation about this powerful chapter in womanhood.

Being a doctor is about more than treating patients, it’s about constantly expanding knowledge to provide the best care ...
29/05/2025

Being a doctor is about more than treating patients, it’s about constantly expanding knowledge to provide the best care possible.

Global conferences are where groundbreaking insights emerge, where expertise is exchanged, and where we gain the tools to address complex challenges. Each session, each discussion, adds to the depth of what I can offer back home.

For me, it’s a commitment to stay updated, to stay relevant, and to ensure that every patient receives care rooted in the latest and most effective practices. Because good medicine isn’t static, and neither are we.

Did you know your brain craves dopamine? It’s what keeps you motivated, focused, and feeling good. But here’s the catch,...
22/05/2025

Did you know your brain craves dopamine? It’s what keeps you motivated, focused, and feeling good. But here’s the catch, it matters where your dopamine comes from.

Quick fixes like sugar, endless scrolling, or binge-watching might give a dopamine rush, but they come at a cost. They overstimulate your brain, leaving you drained, unmotivated, and stuck in a cycle of cravings.

Instead, let’s talk about giving your brain the right kind of dopamine:

✔️ Real Food: Think avocados, berries, nuts, and greens—nutrients that naturally support dopamine production.
✔️ Movement: A brisk walk, yoga, or a quick workout can do wonders for your mood and focus.
✔️ Connection: A deep conversation, a hug, or even a smile can release feel-good chemicals that boost your well-being.

Small shifts like these can reset your brain’s reward system, helping you feel energised, balanced, and truly in control. Why settle for a quick high when you can have long-term health?

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