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Excessive Salt And Low Protein Intake In North Indian Diet Linked To Heart Disease, Kidney Ailments, Diabetes And More

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 17:24:33

A recent study has highlighted that the North Indian population is potentially at risk of developing ailments including hypertension, cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney disease.
Can Sleep Apnea Cause Memory Issues?

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 18:22:52

Here we share a list of ways in which sleep apnea can affect our mental health.
Here's How Hypertension Increases The Risk Of Stroke In Winter Season

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 15:47:28

Seasonal and temperature fluctuations can influence cerebrovascular risk factors such as hypertension, hyperglycemia, hyperlipidemia, and atrial fibrillation.
Heart: 10 Warning Signs That Could Indicate A Heart Problem

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 18:59:03

Consult a cardiologist or a medical professional specialised in cardiovascular health for proper diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and personalised advice.
Nutrition: Here Are Some Common Dangers of Vitamin D Deficiency

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:26:37

In this article, we list some of the health dangers of having a vitamin D deficiency.
Gestational Hypertension: High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy? Here's What You Can Do About It

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 12:21:19

Here we list easy changes you can make to your lifestyle to better manage gestational hypertension.
Pregnancy: 9 FAQs About Breastfeeding Expecting Mothers Might Have

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 19:18:12

Read on as we discuss some of the most frequently asked questions regarding breastfeeding.
Hypertension In The Workplace: A Doctor's Guide For Employers And Employees

Wed, 17 May 2023 18:14:24

World Hypertension Day 2023: If left unmanaged, hypertension may turn into serious health issues such as heart attack, stroke, and kidney problems.
World Hypertension Day 2023: Understanding High Blood Pressure And Its Effective Management

Wed, 17 May 2023 17:18:12

Hypertension is often referred to as a silent killer owing to its stealthy nature, as it rarely exhibits noticeable symptoms until it reaches dangerous levels.
Winter Diet: Add These 7 Staple Winter Foods For A Healthy Diet

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 22:42:14

Here are 7 winter foods that should be a staple of your diet this season.
Nutrition: Add These 6 Nutritious Winter Foods To Your Diet For Better Health

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 22:01:14

Let's discuss some of the best foods to add to your winter diet.
8 Heart-Healthy Foods To Add To Your Winter Diet If You're 40+

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 19:30:26

In this article, we list some of the best foods to eat in winter for a healthy heart as a 40+-year-old.
World Hypertension Day: Top 5 Tips To Keep Blood Pressure Levels Low

Tue, 17 May 2022 17:28:08

Hypertension is not only a major lifestyle disease but it is also a condition that most ailing people are unaware of. Hence, every year, May 17 is marked as World Hypertension Day to spread awareness about this health condition.
World Hypertension Day 2022: Know Symptoms Of This Silent Killer And What To Eat In Summers

Tue, 17 May 2022 13:18:20

As per WHO, hypertension symptoms include nosebleeds, irregular heart rhythms, early morning headaches, vision changes, and buzzing in the ears.
World Hypertension Day 2023: 7 Superfoods That Reduce High Blood Pressure

Wed, 17 May 2023 09:22:18

This World Hypertension Day, we want to bring focus to numerous superfoods that may be beneficial in lowering your blood pressure naturally.
International Yoga Day 2023: Learn These Yoga Poses To Fight High Blood Pressure

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 19:54:44

International Yoga Day 2023: You can try incorporating these yoga positions to help stabilise your blood pressure.
Diabetes: Key Facts To Know About Insulin If You Are Living With Diabetes

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 13:37:36

Diabetes is one of the most common contributors for increased risk of obesity, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, kidney diseases and more.
High Blood Pressure Management: Check Your Blood Pressure Regularly, Heres How

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 20:19:46

Hypertension: It is important to measure blood pressure accurately as it usually does not show symptoms until it is dangerously high.
7 Common Mistakes Young People Should Avoid For A Healthy Heart

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 16:02:00

Heart health: Several common mistakes can unknowingly affect your health and increase disease risk. Here are some of these you should avoid.
Diabetes And Hypertension: Role Of Lifestyle Modifications

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 13:37:12

Diabetes and hypertension: These conditions can be effectively controlled with healthy diet and lifestyle. Read here to know how these can help.
World Hypertension Day 2021: Steps To Follow While Checking Blood Pressure At Home

Mon, 17 May 2021 11:15:07

World Hypertension Day 2021: High blood pressure significantly increases the risk of heart disease. Here are some tips you should follow while measuring blood pressure at home.
Doctors Urge Middle-Aged Women To Check Their Blood Pressure To Avoid Heart Attacks

Tue, 18 May 2021 15:27:49

As per the study, women with mildly elevated blood pressure in their early 40s have a two-fold risk of acute coronary syndromes in their 50s compared to their counterparts.
World Hypertension Day 2021: Tips To Manage Hypertension During Covid-19 Pandemic

Sun, 16 May 2021 19:10:07

World hypertension day, observed on 17 May tries to create awareness about this condition. As world hypertension day 2021 is around the corner, read here to know tips that can help you manage blood pressure at home.
Air Pollution Linked To High Blood Pressure, Heart Diseases In Children: Study Addresses

Thu, 06 May 2021 10:46:31

According to studies, exposure to high levels of air pollutants during childhood increases the likelihood of high blood pressure in children and adolescents and the risk of high blood pressure as adults.
Understanding The Importance Of Regular Preventive Health Checks: Expert Elaborates

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 21:33:01

Preventive health checks carry an utmost importance. These help in knowing about what's going inside our body, are there any significant vitamin deficiencies, any underlying infection that needs an immediate care or some relevant precautions
High Blood Pressure: 5 Ways To Manage Your Numbers Without Medication

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 15:54:20

High blood pressure: Following a healthy diet with no processed food and weight loss are a few of the many effective yet underrated lifestyle measures that can help in managing hypertension without medication.
Hypertension: All You Need To Know About The Diagnosis Of High Blood Pressure

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 21:33:26

High blood pressure or hypertension is a condition that can put you at a higher risk of heart disease if not controlled timely. Early diagnosis may help you prevent the complications linked with hypertension.
High Blood Pressure: 10 Things To Keep In Mind For Measuring Your Numbers At Home

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 16:27:36

High blood pressure: Avoid checking your blood pressure when you are too stressed. If you have been diagnosed with hypertension, check once in morning and once in evening every day. Know more important tips here.
Hypertension Remedies: Here's How Dhaniya Water Can Help Control Blood Pressure Numbers

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 21:14:05

High blood pressure is also known as a silent killer as it puts you at a higher risk of heart disease without showing any symptoms. Read here to know a helpful remedy to control blood pressure as explained by nutritionist.
High Blood Pressure: Warning Signs That You Need Immediate Medical Attention

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 11:47:38

High blood pressure: Numbness or weakness, difficulty in speaking and chest pain are a few warning signs that you need immediate medical attention.
High Blood Pressure: Why It May Be Safe To Have Homemade Papads And Pickles, As Explained By A Nutritionist

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 13:13:39

High blood pressure: Hypertensive patients can have homemade pickles as they have just the right strain of live bacteria, which can play a role in lowering blood pressure, says nutritionist Munmun Ganeriwal.
Hypertensive Heart Disease: Know Symptoms, Risk Factors, Diagnosis And Prevention Steps

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 14:47:48

Hypertensive heart diseases are a result of high blood pressure when left uncontrolled. Hypertension puts you at a higher risk of heart disease. Read here to know the causes, diagnosis and prevention of hypertensive heart disease.
World Heart Day 2020: High Blood Pressure, Heart Attack And Other Common Cardiovascular Diseases You Must Know

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 18:06:19

World Heart Day 2020: Know all about the symptoms and treatment of common cardiovascular diseases like heart failure, sudden cardiac arrest, hypertension and coronary heart disease to name a few.
5 Natural Ways To Lower Your Uric Acid Levels: Know The Causes And Risk Factors

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 14:36:40

High uric acid levels can increase risk of diabetes, hypertension and gout. Here's why you must take it seriously.
Monsoon Diet For Hypertension: Regulate Your Blood Pressure With These Seasonal Fruits

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 18:21:45

Hypertension: A healthy diet can help in managing healthy blood pressure numbers. Seasonal fruits can offer you amazing heath benefits. Here's a list of fruit people with hypertension must try.
Understanding The Link Between Hypertension And Obesity: Know How To Regulate Your Blood Pressure Numbers

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 12:33:28

Obesity can negatively affect your health in various ways. It can also result in hypertension. Here's the link between obesity and high blood pressure. Also, know tips to manage obesity related high blood pressure.
High Blood Pressure May Affect Kids Too: Know Symptoms, Risk Factors, Prevention Tips And More

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 12:47:05

High blood pressure in kids: Childhood obesity is one of the risk factors for high blood pressure in kids. Children who are obese are at a higher risk. Here are the symptoms, risk factors and prevention tips for this condition.
4 Health Risks Associated With Eating Too Much Salt

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 16:07:32

Research shows that on an average, our daily salt intake should be 6 grams. But most people consume 7.2 grams of salt every day.
World Hypertension Day 2020: Know Why Gestational Hypertension Is A Matter Of Concern

Sun, 17 May 2020 10:44:17

World Hypertension Day 2020: The risk of Pregnancy-induced Hypertension (PIH) is majorly seen to rise with age of the women. It is not like any other normal situation and women should never under any condition take a hypertension medicine without consulting an expert.
World Hypertension Day 2020: Understanding Hypertension; Know Ways To Control High Blood Pressure

Sun, 17 May 2020 10:03:09

World Hypertension Day 2020: Most patients with hypertension have 'essential' hypertension i.e. hypertension not secondary to another disease. Essential hypertension is not curable. The complications of hypertension, in general, are preventable but not reversible.
High Blood Pressure: Here's How Walking Can Help You Fight Hypertension; Other Tips To Lower Blood Pressure Numbers

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 17:04:14

High blood pressure: Exercise can help you control blood pressure numbers. Simple exercise like walking is also helpful in controlling high blood pressure. Here's how walking can help you fight hypertension.
What Is Pulmonary Hypertension? Know Symptoms, Prevention, Risk Factors And Treatment

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 17:32:15

If left uncontrolled pulmonary hypertension can worsen with time and turn into a life-threatening condition. It can also contribute to heart failure. Here's everything you need to know about pulmonary hypertension.
Can Weight Loss Help You Control Blood Sugar Levels? Here's The Link Between Weight Loss And Diabetes

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 09:55:37

A healthy weight is linked with several other health benefits including controlled risk of diabetes, heart diseases, stroke, hypertension and many other health issues. Can it help you control blood sugar levels and manage diabetes effectively? Here's the answer.
Reduce Your Salt Intake To Fight The Risk Of Heart Diseases; Know Tips To Reduce Your Sodium Intake

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 15:21:14

Too much salt is bad for your health. It can affect increase the risk of hypertension which is one of the leading causes of heart diseases. Here is the relation between high sodium intake and heart diseases. Also, know tips to reduce salt intake.
Specific Gut Bacteria May Be Linked To High Blood Pressure

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 20:11:29

According to a research a distinct collection of bacteria found in the gut that may contribute to and predict the development of pulmonary arterial hypertension.
Heart Health: Here's How Potassium Can Help Boost Cardiovascular Health; Know Food Sources

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 11:33:05

Heart health tips: Read here to know how potassium can help you boost heart health and some food sources of potassium.
Skip Salt, Sprinkle These On Your Food To Control High Blood Pressure

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 18:01:36

High blood pressure: You can control high blood pressure with simple dietary changes. A healthy diet with lifestyle can help you fight the risk of hypertension. Here are two ingredients which you can add to your diet to control blood pressure numbers.
Hypertension: Can Vitamin D Deficiency Cause High Blood Pressure? Here's The Answer

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 17:46:59

High blood pressure causes: Vitamin D deficiency can affect the functioning of your body in various ways. It can affect your bone health majorly. Can low levels of vitamin D increase blood pressure numbers? Read here to know the answer.
Hypertension: This Spice Can Help You Control High Blood Pressure Easily And Effectively

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 13:52:26

Hypertension: Piperine, a compound found in black pepper can help fight high blood pressure.
Hypertension: Drinking This Berry Juice May Lower Blood Pressure

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 20:12:26

Hypertension: Long-term consumption of lingonberry juice lowers high blood pressure and improves the functions of blood vessels, reveals an experimental study.

Diet for high blood pressure

May 11, 2017 15:26

High blood pressure directly increases the risk of coronary heart disease (which leads to heart attack) and stroke, especially when it's present with other risk factors. One can control high blood pressure through healthy lifestyle habits and dietary modifications.
Risk factors for high blood pressure

April 20, 2017 11:46

The risks of developing high blood pressure multiplies as we get older. Being older than 55 years is a major risk factor.