Dr Harisha Karpath - Aesthetics & General Practice

Dr Harisha Karpath - Aesthetics & General Practice Combining expertise in aesthetics and general medicine, Dr Harisha Karpath offers comprehensive care in Ballito.

Seeking anti-aging solutions or routine checkups, patients benefit from Dr Karpath's holistic approach and commitment to personalized care.

04/08/2026

Feeling your heart race, flutter, or skip a beat? ❤️

Heart palpitations are common.

Sometimes they’re harmless.

Sometimes they’re your body’s way of telling you something needs attention.

They may be associated with:

❤️ Stress or anxiety
☕ Too much caffeine
💧 Dehydration
🩺 Thyroid disorders
🩸 Anaemia
⚡ Heart rhythm abnormalities

Most palpitations aren’t an emergency but if they’re frequent, persistent, or occur with chest pain, dizziness, fainting, or shortness of breath, it’s important to seek medical attention promptly.

Your heart is worth investigating.

📍 Ballito & Durban

30/07/2026

Want healthier, younger-looking skin? It starts with movement. 💪✨

Exercise doesn’t just change your body.

It changes what’s happening inside your skin.

When you exercise regularly, your body:

🩸 Increases blood flow, delivering more oxygen and nutrients to skin cells
🧬 Encourages your skin to repair and renew itself more efficiently
✨ Supports collagen production, helping skin stay firmer over time
🛡️ Reduces inflammation that can speed up skin ageing
🌿 Helps protect skin cells from everyday damage caused by stress and the environment

Think of exercise as feeding your skin from the inside out.

23/07/2026

Vitamin D deficiency is far more common than many people realise.

And the symptoms aren’t always obvious.

Low vitamin D levels may contribute to:

☀️ Persistent fatigue
💪 Muscle weakness
🦴 Bone and joint discomfort
🛡️ Reduced immune function
🧠 Low mood or difficulty concentrating

18/07/2026

How much water should you actually drink each day? 💧

You’ve probably heard the “8 glasses a day” rule but the truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer.

Your daily water needs depend on factors such as:

💧 Your body size
🏃 Your activity levels
🌡️ The climate you live in
🤒 Your overall health

A good guide?

Drink consistently throughout the day and aim for pale yellow urine, it’s often a practical sign that you’re well hydrated.

Hydration supports your energy, concentration, physical performance, and overall health.

📍 Ballito & Durban

15/07/2026

Still processing that I got to do what I love in one of the most incredible places on earth.🌎

Between the science, the learning, and the connections at the GLP-1 conference, this was a week I’ll never forget.

But also… the pyramids. The history. The energy of Cairo. The warmth of the people.

Truly grateful to travel for work and experience a place as magical as Egypt. Moments like this remind me why I love what I do.

11/07/2026

Everyone’s talking about “GLP-1 face”...

But let’s clear something up.

“GLP-1 face,” “GLP-1 butt,” or “GLP-1 breasts” aren’t caused by the medication itself.

They’re usually the result of rapid weight loss.

When weight is lost quickly, the body can lose fat and sometimes muscle, which may make the face and other areas appear less full or more saggy.

The medication isn’t the villain.

The speed of weight loss matters.

When used appropriately, GLP-1 medications can offer significant health benefits, including improved blood sugar control, weight management, and reduced cardiovascular risk in the right patients.

The goal isn’t to lose weight as fast as possible.

It’s to lose it safely, preserve muscle, and achieve long-term, sustainable results.

Slow and steady doesn’t just protect your health, it often leads to better-looking results too.

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1 Simbithi Drive, Odyssey Mall Rooftop Offices
Ballitoville
4420

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