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Heart disease is still one of the biggest health challenges we face today. According to the World Health Organization, around 17.9 million people die from cardiovascular diseases each year, and most of these deaths are due to heart attacks and strokes. The numbers keep rising, partly because of growing issues like obesity, high blood pressure,…
Karur: Victims being brought to a hospital after a stampede-like situation was witnessed during a rally presided by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief and actor Vijay, in Karur district, Tamil Nadu. (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay said his heart is “shattered” as he broke his silence on the deadly stampede at…
NEW DELHI: The Bharatiya Janata Party slammed Mamata Banerjee over a viral video of the ‘Kaaba in my heart’ song being sung at a Durga Pandal, and the West Bengal chief minister clapping to it and said that this is the limit of appeasement politics. A video, shared by BJP IT cell chief Amit Malviya,…
Some habits may feel harmless, but they can take a serious toll on your heart over time. Cardiologists warn that prolonged sitting is one daily behaviour that can double the risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular disease. With long work hours, digital entertainment, and sedentary lifestyles, sitting for extended periods has become the norm…
Heart attacks don’t always present the same way, and many people, especially women under 65, experience symptoms that are subtle or attributed to other causes. While clogged arteries are often assumed to be the main culprit, research shows that other factors can trigger serious cardiac events. A study published in the Journal of the American…
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. One person dies every 34 seconds from cardiovascular disease, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As cardiovascular diseases are on the rise globally, keeping the heart in top shape is more important than ever. While lifestyle changes such…
Wine night with friends, weekend beers, or a cocktail at a party can feel harmless. But how often can you really drink before your body starts paying the price? Recent research is clear that the answer is not simple.A large meta-analysis published in The Lancet (2018) examined global data on alcohol and health. It concluded…
Parathas loaded with pickles, packaged breads, or ready-to-eat snacks may taste comforting, but excess morning salt intake causes fluid retention and raises blood pressure. A study showed that sodium-heavy breakfasts can trigger morning surges in blood pressure, a critical time window when heart attacks are more likely. A balanced breakfast with fruits, oats, or sprouts…
Stress, anxiety and mental fatigue have become common in today’s fast paced world. While modern medicines can offer stress management, natural practices are a more widely accepted means to relieve stress. Ancient breathing techniques or Pranayama, have proven to reduce cortisol levels, regulate the autonomic nervous system, and improve heart rate variability. Beyond physiological benefits,…
Not drinking enough water doesn’t just leave you feeling thirsty — it can secretly place your body under stress. A new study from Liverpool John Moores University found that individuals who drank less than 1.5 liters of fluid per day had cortisol levels more than 50% higher during stressful situations compared to those meeting daily…
