heart health

We all have a sweet spot for sugar. Sugar-loaded candies and cakes instantly uplift our mood and make us happy at any given point. In fact, if you notice, many of us keep indulging in sugar-loaded foods throughout the day. If you are…

Edited By: Swati ChaturvediLast Updated: February 19, 2023, 12:00 ISTPatients with a history of COVID-19 should pay extra attention to their cardiovascular healthPersistent tiredness, dizziness, a pounding heart, chest pain, shortness of…

Heart disease is a condition that plagues millions of people worldwide. February, also declared 'American Heart Month' by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is the time when the emphasis is on cardiovascular health. High…

A new innovative miniaturized pacemaker, developed in part by a Calgary cardiologist, has been given approval for use on patients beyond the clinical research stage. The Foothills Medical Centre in Calgary is also to become a training…

Last Updated: February 04, 2023, 19:51 ISTBad cholesterol is a wax-like substance that accumulates in the veins and due to this the blood vessels start narrowing down. Rise in cholesterol levels is primarily caused by the consumption of…

We are in the year of millets. As proposed by India, United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared 2023 as the International Year of Millets. This initiative aims at establishing the benefits of millet among all. Referred to as…

Sesame oil is a great option for sauteing, cooking and salad dressing. Sesame oil offers a mild nutty flavour and is full of antioxidantsCholesterol levels can be controlled by a healthy diet, regular exercise and if needed, medication…

Heart disease is the nation's No. 1 killer, reaching into all communities across income, race, gender and geography. It takes a disproportionate toll on minority populations and women, but one challenge that many patients at risk of a heart…

Edited By: Riya Ashok MadayiLast Updated: January 25, 2023, 10:27 ISTWhen alcohol consumption is continued, a condition known as cardiomyopathy, which affects the heart's muscles and causes them to grow abnormally, might occur.Alcohol use…

Last Updated: January 20, 2023, 13:15 IST It is important to get your cholesterol checked through a blood test every 4 to 6 years. High levels of bad cholesterol in the body can result in damage to such an extent that one might suffer from…