Category: Heart Health

Our heart is one of the most crucial organs in our body. Every September 29, the world observes World Heart Day to reflect on how we can keep our hearts healthy and strong. Our in-house expert, Dt. Aparna Pandey, MSC-Nutrition and Dietetics, shares how a heart-healthy diet can be a simple yet powerful way to […]

A heart attack is a health condition that needs urgent medical attention. It arises when the blood supply to the heart is blocked. This may occur for multiple reasons, including blockage and cardiovascular diseases. Heart attacks and cardiovascular diseases are one of the major reasons behind early deaths globally. However, there are certain warning signs […]

Cardiovascular diseases cause approximately 17 million deaths every year across the world, as per statistics. These conditions affect men and women almost equally, with 80 percent of premature deaths attributed to preventable conditions. Heart attacks are the number one cause of death among cardiovascular reasons, causing premature deaths. However, through the management of key risk […]

When it comes to managing cholesterol, the spotlight often shines on LDL cholesterol and HDL cholesterol. However, there’s another player in this intricate game of heart health that deserves equal attention, termed as the triglycerides. Triglycerides Triglycerides, a type of fat in the bloodstream that serves as a vital energy source for the body, significantly […]

Summer heat can adversely impact our overall health, especially our heart health. Therefore, eating sweet and refreshing fruits can be a delightful way to beat the heat and maintain good heart health. A storehouse of essential vitamins and minerals, fruits can replenish energy levels and fill you with energy on hot summer days. Fruits are also good for our […]

High cholesterol is a condition where the cholesterol level in the blood is elevated beyond the normal range. Cholesterol is a wax-like substance found in body cells. It is necessary to produce hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help digest food.  However, when the cholesterol level in the blood becomes too high, it may cause serious health […]

People with thyroid issues are highly prone to many health issues. One serious health issue that a thyroid patient may be highly prone to is heart health. The thyroid gland, resembling a butterfly, is located in the lower part of the neck and secretes hormones that impact the entire body, mainly the heart. The thyroid hormone plays an […]

With recent trends of a hike in cardiovascular diseases globally, one must ensure good heart health. This requires us to make conscious efforts in our daily lifestyle. With our busy schedules, we must make heart-healthy choices. One can make a difference by being mindful of what we put on our plate and how those ingredients […]

Cardiovascular diseases are more prevalent in the male gender. Men have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease and a higher mortality rate. Risk Factors of Cardiovascular Diseases in Men Cardiovascular diseases are more prevalent in men due to higher risk factors such as age, family history, being overweight, high BP, high cholesterol, diabetes, and […]

High levels of cholesterol can be fatal for our heart health and impact the quality of our lives to a great extent. Therefore, managing cholesterol levels and adopting healthy dietary measures is vital for people with high cholesterol. Cholesterol is a waxy fat-like substance in our blood that is produced naturally by our body. An […]