We all have our routines. While some would exercise the first thing in the morning, others would read a newspaper and get ready for the day. Likewise, as some would…
Heart Diseases
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You may have seen a few people taking blood thinner medicines. Have you wondered why? Yes, it’s true blood thinners are usually given after heart disease or if they are…
We’ve all been there: fuming after a bad driver cuts you off, frustrated by a work deadline, or boiling over at a family disagreement. Anger is a normal human emotion,…
Do you have a healthy heart? If yes, how do you know that? If your defence is that you exercise regularly. Yes, you may be right. But it’s good to…
Chest pain can be a terrifying experience, sending shivers down your spine and leaving you scrambling for answers. While it’s a common symptom of heart attacks, it can also arise…
Whether we want to lose weight or control our cholesterol levels, we have always seen cooking oils as our enemies. After all, we have been told it’s the number one…
Angina (an-JIE-nuh or AN-juh-nuh) is uncomfortable chest pain or discomfort caused by a reduced flow of blood and oxygen to the heart. An angina attack is not generally fatal and…
Did you know that cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the most important cause of mortality among women in India, even surpassing cancer? Surprisingly, very few women identify heart disease as their…
Is your heart healthy? If your answer is yes, how can you be so sure? If your justifications involve regular exercising and a healthy diet, and no health issues, yes…
Cholesterol is a common term you must have casually heard, be it in health magazines, internet or from someone who has high levels of cholesterol. You may know the basics…
Is leading a healthy lifestyle a priority for you? If yes, what makes you so sure? Well, if your answer is that you are feeling okay or you aren’t sick,…
Here is a question for you – are you a healthy individual? If your answer is in the affirmative, how sure are you? You may be exercising, going for daily…
When it comes to good health, every metric matters. From blood glucose to pulse and blood pressure, everything. Frankly, there is no shortage of terms and tests that may seem…
Introduction A frequent health issue affecting millions of individuals globally is high cholesterol. It takes place when the body produces too much low-density lipoprotein (LDL), also known as ‘bad’ cholesterol….
Introduction Having high cholesterol levels — especially bad cholesterol (LDL) — is a common health concern for many people, and it is linked to an increased risk of heart disease…
Introduction Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women worldwide, yet many women are unaware of their risk factors or fail to receive proper screening and treatment. Practical…
Introduction We overlook our heart a lot, from dismissing common chest discomfort as a small gastrointestinal problem to disregarding persistent chest pain. One of the body’s primary organs suffers damage…
Contributed by Harleen Kaur Introduction The water chestnut, or singhara, which is traditionally eaten during the winter, is almost here. Here are some reasons why it’s a good idea to…