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Statins For Cholesterol: How Effective Are These? Cardiologist Explains
Statins not only lower cholesterol but also have protective effects on blood vessels, helping to stabilise existing plaques and reducing the risk of serious events like heart attacks.
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Normal Cholesterol? The Other Lipids Damaging Hearts Of Lean Indians
Dr Vinayak Agrawal explains why looking at multiple lipids is necessary to determine the heart health of lean Indians. Here is how you can do so, along with the specific medical tests required to get a full picture of your heart health.
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Scientists Find How Statins Trigger Muscle Weakness And Side Effects
A new study suggests that statins may activate inflammatory "danger signals" inside muscle cells, leading to weakness and muscle loss in susceptible individuals.
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Noticing These Skin Changes? They Could Be Signs Of Heart Disease
Swelling in the feet, ankles, or lower legs can sometimes signal heart problems. Known medically as peripheral edema, this occurs when excess fluid accumulates in body tissues.
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Trump's Physician Says The President Is In 'Excellent Health' And Is 'Fully Fit' To Serve
A report from Dr. Sean Barbabella, released late Friday, says Trump underwent a CT scan and other heart imaging, along with cancer screenings and other preventative assessments carried out by 22 specialists.
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Should You Avoid Egg Yolks If You Have High Cholesterol? Expert Reveals The Truth
Egg yolks often get blamed for high cholesterol, but are they really the problem? An expert explains how eggs affect your heart health and how much is safe to eat.
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New DNA-Based Therapy Can Help Lower 'Bad Cholesterol' Without Statins, Finds Study
Researchers used tiny DNA-based molecules to cut levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol by nearly 50% in animal models. This was done without the side effects that are often linked to statins.
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Gastroenterologists Recommend Eating 20 Grams Of Psyllium Husk For Managing Cholesterol; Here's Why
Psyllium husk is a high-fibre supplement that can help people manage high cholesterol. Dr GS Sameer Kumar and Dr Rinkesh Kumar Bansal explain exactly how and potential side effects may happen.
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Normal Cholesterol, Hidden Risk: Fortis Cardiologist Explains Why Many Heart Attacks Are Missed Until It Is Too Late
Cholesterol remains an important marker, but it does not tell the whole story. Most people focus on LDL, often called "bad cholesterol".
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Fenugreek Water: The Simple Morning Habit For Better Digestion And Health
Fenugreek water helps improve digestion and diabetes management.
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New AHA Guidelines Focus On Early Cholesterol Care, Risk Prevention
The new guidelines outline clear LDL goals and prioritise lifetime risk over just short-term predictions, encouraging doctors to screen and treat younger adults and even kids in some cases.
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Are There Any Symptoms Of High Cholesterol? See When To Get Tested
High cholesterol itself typically doesn't have noticeable symptoms. A blood test is the only way to find out if you have it.
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Statins Vs Ezetimibe: Which High Cholesterol Drug Lowers Cholesterol With Lesser Side Effects?
Both statin and ezetimibe are commonly prescribed medicines to manage high cholesterol levels. Read on as a doctor explains which one is better for you.
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Should You Get Tested For High Cholesterol In Your 20s And 30s? New Global Guidelines Say Yes
New American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines recommend earlier and more personalised cholesterol testing, starting in childhood and continuing through adulthood.
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New Oral Pill Enlicitide Cuts 'Bad' Cholesterol By 60% In Landmark Trial
The new oral pill enlicitide cuts bad cholesterol risk by 60% in a new landmark trial. Here are the mechanisms behind it and why the oral pill could revolutionise cholesterol management.
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Statins For Cholesterol: How Effective Are These? Cardiologist Explains
Statins not only lower cholesterol but also have protective effects on blood vessels, helping to stabilise existing plaques and reducing the risk of serious events like heart attacks.
-
Normal Cholesterol? The Other Lipids Damaging Hearts Of Lean Indians
Dr Vinayak Agrawal explains why looking at multiple lipids is necessary to determine the heart health of lean Indians. Here is how you can do so, along with the specific medical tests required to get a full picture of your heart health.
-
Scientists Find How Statins Trigger Muscle Weakness And Side Effects
A new study suggests that statins may activate inflammatory "danger signals" inside muscle cells, leading to weakness and muscle loss in susceptible individuals.
-
Noticing These Skin Changes? They Could Be Signs Of Heart Disease
Swelling in the feet, ankles, or lower legs can sometimes signal heart problems. Known medically as peripheral edema, this occurs when excess fluid accumulates in body tissues.
-
Trump's Physician Says The President Is In 'Excellent Health' And Is 'Fully Fit' To Serve
A report from Dr. Sean Barbabella, released late Friday, says Trump underwent a CT scan and other heart imaging, along with cancer screenings and other preventative assessments carried out by 22 specialists.
-
Should You Avoid Egg Yolks If You Have High Cholesterol? Expert Reveals The Truth
Egg yolks often get blamed for high cholesterol, but are they really the problem? An expert explains how eggs affect your heart health and how much is safe to eat.
-
New DNA-Based Therapy Can Help Lower 'Bad Cholesterol' Without Statins, Finds Study
Researchers used tiny DNA-based molecules to cut levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol by nearly 50% in animal models. This was done without the side effects that are often linked to statins.
-
Gastroenterologists Recommend Eating 20 Grams Of Psyllium Husk For Managing Cholesterol; Here's Why
Psyllium husk is a high-fibre supplement that can help people manage high cholesterol. Dr GS Sameer Kumar and Dr Rinkesh Kumar Bansal explain exactly how and potential side effects may happen.
-
Normal Cholesterol, Hidden Risk: Fortis Cardiologist Explains Why Many Heart Attacks Are Missed Until It Is Too Late
Cholesterol remains an important marker, but it does not tell the whole story. Most people focus on LDL, often called "bad cholesterol".
-
Fenugreek Water: The Simple Morning Habit For Better Digestion And Health
Fenugreek water helps improve digestion and diabetes management.
-
New AHA Guidelines Focus On Early Cholesterol Care, Risk Prevention
The new guidelines outline clear LDL goals and prioritise lifetime risk over just short-term predictions, encouraging doctors to screen and treat younger adults and even kids in some cases.
-
Are There Any Symptoms Of High Cholesterol? See When To Get Tested
High cholesterol itself typically doesn't have noticeable symptoms. A blood test is the only way to find out if you have it.
-
Statins Vs Ezetimibe: Which High Cholesterol Drug Lowers Cholesterol With Lesser Side Effects?
Both statin and ezetimibe are commonly prescribed medicines to manage high cholesterol levels. Read on as a doctor explains which one is better for you.
-
Should You Get Tested For High Cholesterol In Your 20s And 30s? New Global Guidelines Say Yes
New American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines recommend earlier and more personalised cholesterol testing, starting in childhood and continuing through adulthood.
-
New Oral Pill Enlicitide Cuts 'Bad' Cholesterol By 60% In Landmark Trial
The new oral pill enlicitide cuts bad cholesterol risk by 60% in a new landmark trial. Here are the mechanisms behind it and why the oral pill could revolutionise cholesterol management.
