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Winter brings its own magic – crisp mornings, bright sunshine, warm drinks and comforting meals. But for those living through harsh winters marked by snow, sleet or sub-zero temperatures, the season also brings challenges, especially for heart health. While colds, flu and fevers rise in winter, the bigger concern is the spike in heart attacks…
Good Vs Bad Cholesterol: For years, cholesterol has been painted as the enemy of the heart, but the truth is more nuanced. Cholesterol is essential for hormone production and cell repair. The real concern is the type and balance. LDL (‘bad’ cholesterol) can deposit in arteries, while HDL (‘good’ cholesterol) helps clear it away. Problems…
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue that can increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. While medication is sometimes necessary, many lifestyle changes can help manage and reduce blood pressure naturally. Here are nine simple and effective tips to get started:- 1. Reduce Salt Intake Add Zee News…
New Delhi: The American Heart Association (AHA) has rewritten the rulebook on high blood pressure. The update comes as research highlights hypertension as the most common and preventable contributor to heart attacks, strokes, dementia, chronic kidney disease and early death. “For the first time, guidelines are firm about addressing high BP from the very beginning….
New Delhi: Heart health is more than just exercising regularly or following a healthy diet. Everyday choices, even the seemingly harmless ones, can have a significant impact on your cardiovascular system. Dr Alok Chopra, cardiologist and functional medicine expert, shared practical tips on preserving heart health in an Instagram post on August 11. He also…
New Delhi: Heart attacks often seem to be sudden and shocking, but the reality tells a different story. The strokes usually are result of a slow and silent process, which starts many years before one suffers angina (chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle) or emergencies arise. A Coronary…
New Delhi: Fried snacks such as samosas, pakoras, burgers, etc. are irresistible to many, but overindulgence in these favourites may come at a cost, which is high cholesterol. Doctors warn that more and more young people are developing high cholesterol levels. Early onset can be far more dangerous in the long run. So, what is…
Forty-Two-Year-Old Rohan Mirchandani, CEO of Greek Yoghurt brand Epigamia, died on December 21 following a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), raising concerns about heart health in younger Indians. SCA occurs when the heart stops due to irregular rhythm, while a heart attack is caused by a blockage in the arteries. Mirchandani’s death underscores the importance of…
Lowering cholesterol and triglycerides can stop heart disease before it starts. With heart disease being one of the leading causes of death in India, it’s crucial to address this preventable issue with proper awareness and action. Dr. Bimal Chhajer, Director of SAAOL Heart Centre, highlights that while cholesterol is essential for body functions, elevated levels…