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One of the biggest indicators of a weak heart is the rapidly increasing cholesterol levels in the body, but the good news is that, it can be significantly reduced through diet, as it plays a major role in keeping the organs in optimal condition. While the talk of the town is still fruits, vegetables and…
High cholesterol, as the name suggests, is an overabundance of cholesterol, in your blood. Though this lipid‑like substance is indispensable for tasks such as constructing cell membranes and synthesising hormones, an excess can be extremely dangerous for health. Elevated cholesterol levels can constrict your arteries, amplifying the risk of heart disease, strokes and a host…
A major recall of generic atorvastatin, the most prescribed cholesterol-lowering drug in the US, has raised concerns over overseas manufacturing lapses. If you take cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins, you may have noticed a flurry of reports since late October 2025 about an extensive recall of thousands of bottles of atorvastatin, the generic version of Lipitor.Both…
While chamomile is known to promote relaxation and sleep quality, it also indirectly supports heart health by reducing stress, a known risk factor for heart disease. With the presence of antioxidants such as apigenin it reduces inflammation, lowers blood pressure levels and improves cardiovascular health as well. A meta-analysis published in Via Medica Journals, which…
In a major scientific breakthrough, researchers have created the first comprehensive genetic resource to identify people at risk of dangerously high cholesterol and heart disease, even if their cholesterol levels appear normal. The international study, led by scientists from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, mapped more than 17,000 genetic variants of the LDL…
It may sound surprising: how can someone with perfect cholesterol still have a heart attack? But that’s exactly what longevity expert Dr Vassily Eliopoulos, a Cornell-trained doctor, has been warning people about. In a viral Instagram post, he explained that the cholesterol tests most people rely on for years are now outdated and often fail…
Whenever we think of the highest marker for heart attack, cholesterol is the name that comes up first. Yet, there’s another blood test that might actually out‑shine cholesterol, in flagging your risk – the high‑sensitivity CRP (hs‑CRP) test, which measures a protein that signals inflammation throughout the body. This marker can expose hazards that a…
Cardiologist warns of a hidden threat deadlier than cholesterol and BP While elevated cholesterol and high blood pressure remain well-known risk factors for heart disease, leading cardiologists are drawing attention to a different, less visible danger lurking in the bloodstream. This emerging risk does not receive the same level of public awareness or screening as…
Over 140,000 bottles of Ascend Laboratories’ Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets, a cholesterol medication, have been recalled due to ‘failed dissolution specifications.’ This means the drug may not be absorbed by the body. The recall, classified as Class II, affects various dosages and bottle sizes distributed globally. No illnesses have been reported. Over 140,000 bottles of a…
Peas are one of the most familiar ingredients found in home kitchens across the world. They are small, green, and often seen as just another side dish on the plate. Yet these little legumes are far more valuable than they appear. Packed with protein, fibre, and several vitamins and minerals, peas can play an important…
