Complete Medicine - Arti Thangudu, MD

Complete Medicine - Arti Thangudu, MD Complete Medicine & HeyHealthy help you get to your best diabetes, metabolic and hormonal health.

Complete Medicine, is a team of board-certified endocrinologists - Dr. Arti Thangudu and Dr. Vidhya Illuri - specializing in diabetes, thyroid, and weight management. They offer telehealth consultations for patients across Texas and personalized care at their clinics in The Woodlands and San Antonio.

Your body isn’t broken—it’s adapting to a new hormonal landscape. Menopause-related belly fat is real, but so are the to...
12/11/2025

Your body isn’t broken—it’s adapting to a new hormonal landscape. Menopause-related belly fat is real, but so are the tools to manage it. Let’s drop the shame and pick up a strategy that supports strength, metabolism, and longevity. 💪

Many women are told “estrogen is estrogen”—but that’s not true.Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) is not just low-dose bir...
12/09/2025

Many women are told “estrogen is estrogen”—but that’s not true.Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) is not just low-dose birth control. It’s designed to replace what’s naturally declining, not suppress what’s working.If you're navigating perimenopause, this distinction matters more than ever—for symptom control, bone health, brain function, and long-term risk reduction.

You’re not imagining it. Sleepless nights during perimenopause are real, and they’re treatable. Hormone shifts affect sl...
12/01/2025

You’re not imagining it. Sleepless nights during perimenopause are real, and they’re treatable. Hormone shifts affect sleep-regulating brain chemicals like serotonin and melatonin. Left unaddressed, poor sleep can derail your metabolism, your focus, and your joy. You deserve better rest — and better care. 💙

You’re not broken. You’re evolving. Perimenopause and menopause shift everything—but you don’t have to suffer in silence...
12/01/2025

You’re not broken. You’re evolving. Perimenopause and menopause shift everything—but you don’t have to suffer in silence. GLP-1 medications, when combined with smart nutrition and strength training, can be a game-changer for your health, confidence, and longevity. Find someone who treats the whole you—not just the number on the scale.

Did you know that South Asian women in the U.S. reach menopause earlier than the average American woman? This isn’t just...
11/27/2025

Did you know that South Asian women in the U.S. reach menopause earlier than the average American woman? This isn’t just a number—it’s a health signal. Earlier menopause = longer time without estrogen = increased health risks. It’s time we had this conversation earlier and louder, especially in our communities. 💛

In South Asians, type 2 diabetes and heart disease are deeply intertwined—and they start early. Insulin resistance, bell...
11/25/2025

In South Asians, type 2 diabetes and heart disease are deeply intertwined—and they start early. Insulin resistance, belly fat, and abnormal cholesterol profiles set the stage for both conditions, even in people who aren’t visibly overweight. Diabetes doubles the risk of cardiovascular death in this population. And because standard risk calculators weren’t built for us, they often miss the early danger signs. That’s why proactive screening is critical. Know your numbers. Act early. Prevent complications before they start.

South Asians are at higher risk for type 2 diabetes—and not just because of lifestyle. Even at lower body weights, there...
11/20/2025

South Asians are at higher risk for type 2 diabetes—and not just because of lifestyle. Even at lower body weights, there’s often more fat stored in the liver and less in the muscles, leading to insulin resistance. Add in reduced beta cell function, rapid lifestyle shifts, and early life undernutrition, and you’ve got the perfect storm. This is why South Asians often get diagnosed earlier and with more complications. Screening and prevention strategies must be tailored—and that means not waiting until BMI crosses 25. Get tested, get informed, and take action early.

Not all exercise lowers blood sugar. In fact, short bursts of intense movement—like sprinting or lifting—can send glucos...
11/18/2025

Not all exercise lowers blood sugar. In fact, short bursts of intense movement—like sprinting or lifting—can send glucose levels up, not down. The reason? Stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol flood your system, increasing liver glucose output and making it harder for muscles to take up sugar. This is especially true if insulin levels are too low going into the workout. If you're living with type 1 diabetes, be aware: high-intensity training + low insulin = post-workout hyperglycemia. Monitoring, pre-planning, and learning your body’s response are key.

Blood sugar spikes after surgery aren’t random—they’re the result of your body’s powerful stress response. This “stress ...
11/13/2025

Blood sugar spikes after surgery aren’t random—they’re the result of your body’s powerful stress response. This “stress hyperglycemia” happens when cortisol, catecholamines, and other hormones raise glucose levels while making your body more resistant to insulin. Even people without diabetes can experience this. Add in IV fluids, steroids, anesthesia, and surgical trauma—and glucose can surge. That’s why perioperative glucose monitoring matters. It’s not just about numbers—it’s about healing faster and safer.

Hybrid closed-loop systems are revolutionizing type 1 diabetes care. By combining an insulin pump, CGM, and a smart algo...
11/11/2025

Hybrid closed-loop systems are revolutionizing type 1 diabetes care. By combining an insulin pump, CGM, and a smart algorithm, these systems adjust basal insulin in real time—keeping you closer to your target range with less effort. Some models even correct for unexpected highs automatically. While you still need to bolus for meals, the automation reduces the daily decision fatigue that comes with diabetes. Studies show better glycemic control, more time in range, and fewer lows. If you're ready to upgrade your diabetes tech, talk to your care team about hybrid closed-loop systems.

Hypoglycemia can be dangerous—and silent. CGM technology changes the game for anyone using insulin by offering real-time...
11/06/2025

Hypoglycemia can be dangerous—and silent. CGM technology changes the game for anyone using insulin by offering real-time insight, alerts, and prevention strategies. Unlike traditional glucose checks, CGMs catch trends early, including while you sleep. ADA guidelines support their use for a reason: they work. If you're on insulin, especially injections or a pump, and haven't discussed CGM with your provider, now is the time. Your safety matters.

The transition through menopause isn't just about hot flashes and mood swings—it’s a powerful shift in your metabolic he...
11/04/2025

The transition through menopause isn't just about hot flashes and mood swings—it’s a powerful shift in your metabolic health. As estrogen levels decline, your body becomes more insulin resistant, stores more fat centrally, and burns less energy at rest. All of this increases your risk for developing type 2 diabetes.

And if you entered menopause early (before age 45) or experienced premature ovarian insufficiency (before age 40), your risk is even higher—by up to 32% according to major studies. What’s important to know is that this increased risk is independent of your BMI, lifestyle, or smoking history.

This is why menopause—especially when it comes early—should be treated as a critical risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Even if you feel healthy or are “normal weight,” your hormones may be silently shifting your metabolic landscape.

Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) may help reduce the risk in some women, but it isn’t currently recommended just for diabetes prevention. That said, personalized care matters. So does early screening, especially if you’re in your 40s and navigating symptoms.

If you’re in this stage of life, ask your provider about tracking your glucose, insulin resistance, and overall metabolic health. You deserve answers, not gaslighting.

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