HEALTH VIDEOS

A stroke happens when the blood flow to a part of the brain is cut off. Without oxygen in blood, brain cells start dying within minutes. To help prevent a stroke, Dr Sonia Lal Gupta, Neurologist at Metro Hospital, educates us on its causes and risk factors.

Total cholesterol levels less than 200 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) are considered desirable for adults. If they're higher, what should you do? Dr Sameer Gupta, Interventional Cardiologist, Metro Hospital & MP Heart Clinic, shares tips to reduce cholesterol.

Peripheral artery disease is a common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to your limbs. What are the causes and how can you treat it? Dr Sameer Gupta, Endovascular Interventionalist, New Delhi, tells us more about it.

Vertigo is the feeling that you or your environment is moving or spinning. There are several causes for it and the treatment depends on the cause. It is important to undergo the correct diagnosis to ascertain the cause. Dr Sonia Lal Gupta, Neurologist, Metro Hospital, tells us what we should do if you have vertigo.

Turmeric milk is a traditional Indian drink that is fast gaining popularity in the West. It has proved to be one of the best home-made remedies to improve one's general immunity. Pooja Malhotra shares the many health benefits turmeric milk offers.

Food plays a very important role in keeping us healthy during the winter months. Our nutritionist Pooja Malhotra shares some nutritious foods that can help keep you warm in the cold weather.

High blood sugar levels over time can affect the feet and nerves in diabetics. It is important to understand how this happens and what one can do to prevent such complications. These tips by Dr Sujeet Jha, Director of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at Max Healthcare, are sure to come handy for every diabetic.

Diabetics know they shouldn't consume sugar but a lot of people are confused about whether or not they should have jaggery. Dr Sujeet Jha, Director of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at Max Healthcare, sheds light on this.

There are some innumerable tips out there for diabetics on how to manage their blood sugar levels, what to eat etc which may or may not work. But there are some gold standard tips which never fail! Dr Sujeet Jha, Director of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism at Max Healthcare, shares what these important tips are.

According to the first world report on vision issues by the World Health Organization, more than one billion people worldwide are living with with vision impairment because they do not get the care they need for conditions like short and far sightedness, glaucoma and cataract. It is hence imperative to recognise the importance of eye care and regular eye examinations. NDTV joins Essilor and Sightsavers in raising awareness on this important subject.

We know that both diet and exercise helps you lose weight but which is more important? Dr Ritika Samaddar from Max hospital tells us and shares some easy and effective tips for losing weight and maintaining it at a desired level.

India is trying to reduce the prevalence of blindness and achieve WHO's goal to lower cases of visual impairment by 25% by 2019. Both Essilor and Sightsavers are showing the way in how this can be achieved by something as simple as providing free spectacles and spreading awareness.

Excessive screen time can lead to Computer Vision Syndrome which is a combination of symptoms like headaches, eye strain, fatigue and excessive dry eyes. There's a number of things you can do to help avoid these symptoms in kids and monitor their screen time. Dr Sanjay Dhawan, Director, Ophthalmology, Max Healthcare, tells us how you can do this.

It is our immune system that keeps us healthy and prevents infections. Some reasons which can weaken our immune system are stress, poor diet, inadequate sleep, obesity, lack of physical activity and neglecting protein-rich food. Dabur Chyawanprash along with Sir Ganga Ram Hospital is conducting the largest immunity lesson to the students at Manav Rachna school in Faridabad. Dabur Chyawanprash has achieved the Guinness world record for the largest immunity awareness lesson. Initiatives like this will not only help improve the immunity of children but also help build a healthy country.

Typhoid is an infectious disease that is caused by Salmonella bacteria. Diet is an important part of recovering from typhoid. It should be one that is light and easy to digest. Dr Ritika Sammadar, Chief Dietician at Max Healthcare, tells us all about the kind of diet one should follow if suffering from typhoid fever.