Category: Heart Health

Cardiovascular diseases are one of the leading causes of death globally and in India, too. Many factors may increase our risk of developing cardiovascular disease.  Along with an active lifestyle, dietary changes are necessary to reduce the risk of developing such diseases and to maintain a good heart health. As per many studies, there is […]

The heart is one of the most vital organs of our body. Maintaining our heart’s health is essential, as any fatality can be dangerous to our health. Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) or heart-related diseases have been identified as one of the primary causes of deaths globally, causing an estimated 1.7 crore deaths each year and accounting […]

Black pepper, a spice used in cooking to make food spicy, is recently gaining attention for its remarkable health benefits.  Black pepper is a fantastic spice that possesses cholesterol-fighting properties that provide numerous health benefits. It helps in digestion, lowers cholesterol levels, reduces constipation, boosts hair and skin health, controls depression, lowers joint pain, treats […]

Weather can play a significant role in triggering certain health problems. High temperatures and high humidity are two major factors that can cause serious health consequences for people with high blood pressure and heart disease.  According to a study from the Journal of Applied Physiology, increasing humid conditions in temperatures as low as 34 degrees […]

Heart attack is one of the leading health concerns worldwide. 32% of the total deaths worldwide​ are attributed to cardiovascular disease*.  As per World Health Organisation (WHO) statistics, heart diseases claim about 18 million lives every year. 85% of these deaths are attributed to cardiac arrest or stroke. And out of these numbers, there are […]

Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in the various cells in our body. Our body requires some amount of cholesterol for smooth functioning. However, excess cholesterol harms our health and leads to cardiovascular diseases. Dr. Sonal Mhatre, BHMS with 17 years of Clinical experience, explains the risk associated with increased levels of LDL and suggests […]

An increase in blood pressure with a drop in outdoor temperature is the main cause of such distressing health issues. People have been advised by health professionals to monitor their blood pressure. Patna: With the cold weather, clinics and hospitals in the state capital are seeing an increase in the number of stroke, brain haemorrhage, […]

Due to high incidence and prevalence of diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, dietary habits, genetic risk factors, rising rates of obesity and sedentary lifestyles, smoking, and other risk factors, Indians are already more likely than Westerners to suffer a heart attack, and this risk is higher at a younger age. Leading cardiologists reiterated that long-term COVID could […]

The conclusions are based on a review of test results from 287 patients with non-obstructive coronary artery disease (NOCAD) who had coronary angiography and a coronary provocation test at a hospital in Rome, which involves injecting medication to see if the coronary arteries are hyperresponsive. New Delhi: According to a study published in the Journal […]