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We all know that walking, especially brisk walking, is excellent for health. Right from cardiovascular fitness, to better mental health to lower BP, and Blood Sugar, walking targets each and every organ of your body. However, do you know that walking in a particular method can even help in reducing your biological age? Yes, that…
Most heart attacks happen in the early morning hours, between 6 and 10 a.m., and the reasons go beyond traditional risk factors like cholesterol or age. Dr. Heigl, a senior cardiologist at Vienna General Hospital, who studied over 12,000 cardiac cases, points to how people start their day abruptly as a key trigger for heart…
Warm, spiced milk is a time-honoured remedy in many cultures, offering comfort and potential health benefits. Two popular variations are turmeric milk (also called “golden milk”) and nutmeg milk (“jaiphal milk”). While both are soothing beverages, their health effects differ. Turmeric milk is renowned for its anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties, while nutmeg milk is prized…
Olives aren’t just a tasty addition to salads, pasta, or tapas; they’re little nutritional powerhouses. Packed with healthy fats, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, they offer more than just flavour. Whether you enjoy them whole, stuffed, or as olive oil, adding olives to your meals can support overall health in several ways. From promoting heart health…
We all know that good, quality sleep is paramount to health, since when we sleep, our body relaxes and repairs itself, improves immunity, and improve brain function. Yet the way we sleep, or the environment we sleep, in is crucial as well. Do you know that sleeping in complete darkness, dim light, or bright light,…
Laughter is commonly associated with happiness, joy, and overall well-being, often serving as a natural expression of positive emotion that strengthens social connections. However, Dr Sudhir Kumar, MD, a senior neurologist at Apollo Hospitals, warns that unusual or uncontrollable laughter can sometimes signal underlying health issues. Certain patterns may indicate neurological, cardiac, or psychiatric disorders,…
A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), demonstrates how early LDL cholesterol reduction, helps people protect their heart health. Research indicates that early LDL cholesterol reduction creates positive changes in heart health outcomes for all individuals, regardless of their age, fitness level, or weight. Let’s dip deeper…What is LDL and…
NEW DELHI: A massive protest erupted after a 16-year-old Class 10 student, who died after allegedly jumping from a platform at Rajendra Place Metro Station in Delhi, left behind a handwritten suicide note calling for action against his teacher.The boy, who left home for school on 18 November while his father was away, was found…
Heart failure is often portrayed in films as sudden and dramatic, with people collapsing or clutching their chest. In reality, the condition usually develops slowly, with subtle symptoms that are easy to overlook. Early signs may include persistent fatigue, unexplained weight gain, fluid retention, coughing when lying down, shortness of breath, or sleep disturbances. Dr…
Swollen ankles are a common issue that can affect people of all ages and may develop gradually or appear quite suddenly. The swelling can range from mild puffiness to a noticeable enlargement that interferes with daily movement and comfort. In most cases, the underlying cause is either fluid retention known as oedema or inflammation linked…
