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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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1 In 5 Pregnant Women In Northeast India Vitamin B1 Deficient: See Signs, Risks, How To Treat
If your body doesn't have enough vitamin B1, it can lead to beriberi, a disease that causes weakness, swelling, and even heart failure. Pregnant women need more thiamine because their bodies work harder to nourish the growing baby.
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Most Heart Risk Calculators Fail To Flag Heart Attacks In Indians, Finds Study
The study, conducted on 4,975 patients with first-time heart attacks, found significant differences in how five major global risk prediction models categorised individuals, raising concerns over their reliability for South Asian populations.
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People With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Have 71% Higher Risk Of Heart Attacks, Stroke And Death: Study
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Scientists have found that those living with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have a 71 per cent higher risk of cardiovascular events (CVEs) or death from any cause (all-cause mortality) compared with those not living with OSA.
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Animal Protein vs Plant Protein: Which Is Better For Heart Health?
Your protein source, be it animal or plant-based protein, can determine your long-term heart health. Here is what you need to know about these protein sources, and which is better for your long-term heart health.
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Long COVID May Raise Heart Disease Risk, New Study Warns
New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) A team of researchers has shown that people with long COVID are likely to be at an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
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Sub-Optimal Diets Responsible For 4 Million Ischaemic Heart Disease Deaths Globally In 2023: Study
Suboptimal diets caused over four million ischaemic heart disease deaths worldwide in 2023, driven by low intake of whole grains and high sodium.
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Belly Fat In Men: Why It's More Dangerous Than You Think, How You Can Reduce It
Belly fat in men includes harmful visceral fat that raises risks of heart disease, diabetes, hormonal imbalance, and fatty liver disease.
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Semaglutide Weight-Loss Drugs May Help Prevent Deadly Heart Attack Complications
Popular weight-loss drugs like semaglutide may reduce life-threatening complications after heart attacks, a UK study finds. By improving blood flow in tiny vessels, these drugs could help the heart recover, but human trials are still needed.
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56% Of People Consume Ultra-Processed Foods: How Your 'Quick Commerce' Diet Is Driving India's Disease Burden
India's disease burden is reaching uncontrollable levels and leading to chronic diseases. Here is what you need to know about your consumption habits of ultra-processed foods and why your quick commerce diet may be behind your long-term health declin
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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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1 In 5 Pregnant Women In Northeast India Vitamin B1 Deficient: See Signs, Risks, How To Treat
If your body doesn't have enough vitamin B1, it can lead to beriberi, a disease that causes weakness, swelling, and even heart failure. Pregnant women need more thiamine because their bodies work harder to nourish the growing baby.
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Most Heart Risk Calculators Fail To Flag Heart Attacks In Indians, Finds Study
The study, conducted on 4,975 patients with first-time heart attacks, found significant differences in how five major global risk prediction models categorised individuals, raising concerns over their reliability for South Asian populations.
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People With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Have 71% Higher Risk Of Heart Attacks, Stroke And Death: Study
New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) Scientists have found that those living with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have a 71 per cent higher risk of cardiovascular events (CVEs) or death from any cause (all-cause mortality) compared with those not living with OSA.
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Animal Protein vs Plant Protein: Which Is Better For Heart Health?
Your protein source, be it animal or plant-based protein, can determine your long-term heart health. Here is what you need to know about these protein sources, and which is better for your long-term heart health.
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Long COVID May Raise Heart Disease Risk, New Study Warns
New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) A team of researchers has shown that people with long COVID are likely to be at an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
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Sub-Optimal Diets Responsible For 4 Million Ischaemic Heart Disease Deaths Globally In 2023: Study
Suboptimal diets caused over four million ischaemic heart disease deaths worldwide in 2023, driven by low intake of whole grains and high sodium.
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Belly Fat In Men: Why It's More Dangerous Than You Think, How You Can Reduce It
Belly fat in men includes harmful visceral fat that raises risks of heart disease, diabetes, hormonal imbalance, and fatty liver disease.
-
Semaglutide Weight-Loss Drugs May Help Prevent Deadly Heart Attack Complications
Popular weight-loss drugs like semaglutide may reduce life-threatening complications after heart attacks, a UK study finds. By improving blood flow in tiny vessels, these drugs could help the heart recover, but human trials are still needed.
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56% Of People Consume Ultra-Processed Foods: How Your 'Quick Commerce' Diet Is Driving India's Disease Burden
India's disease burden is reaching uncontrollable levels and leading to chronic diseases. Here is what you need to know about your consumption habits of ultra-processed foods and why your quick commerce diet may be behind your long-term health declin
