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Cortisol Cocktails Are Trending—But Do They Actually Work?

Posted on June 30, 2025

Are the trending cortisol cocktails a magic cure for adrenal disorders? Lately on social media platforms like TikTok, influencers are claiming health benefits such as stress relief and weight loss from special “cortisol cocktails” created to treat adrenal insufficiencies. Most experts, including our endocrinologists, say they are not truly effective.  Adrenal disorders occur when the adrenal glands […]

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Kajal Shah, MD is leaving 7/25/25

Posted on June 9, 2025

Dear patients, I hope this letter finds you well. I’m writing to share some personal news that comes with mixed emotions: I will be leaving Texas Diabetes and Endocrinology, P.A. as of July 25, 2025, and will no longer be practicing at this location. Caring for you and being a part of your healthcare journey […]

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Who are the key participants in a clinical research trial? 

Posted on June 3, 2025

Today’s clinical research trials could lead to tomorrow’s most promising treatments and cures.  Clinical research trials test new forms of medical intervention (such as drugs or a procedure) in order to advance the care for so many serious conditions, like diabetes which we treat here at Texas Diabetes & Endocrinology (TD&E).  At TD&E, we have […]

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Women and Thyroid Disease

Posted on May 27, 2025

The thyroid is a small gland at the base of your neck that produces the  hormone that regulates body’s metabolism, growth and development. Factors that may lead the thyroid to malfunction include autoimmune disorders, an iodine deficiency, some medications, and even stress.  If it’s not working properly, it can result in a number of health issues, […]

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