Almost 19 million people die from heart attacks, strokes, arterial clots, and the like worldwide every year. These manifestations of cardiovascular disease (CVD) are primarily due to atherosclerosis or stiffening of the arteries. Atherosclerosis is recognized to be a lifestyle disorder, and a healthy diet can help to prevent it. Including fresh fruits and vegetables …
Over the past fortnight or so, I have been noticing an increase in the numbers of heatwave-related heart attacks. And not just in our hospital, but across facilities in the city. As we all know, extreme high temperatures can put the heart under stress and a certain subset of people becomes vulnerable to heart attacks …
Share on PinterestGrains like millet, brown rice and oats can help lower cholesterol levels. eleonora galli/Getty Images A new review has found that ancient grains like oats and brown rice can improve type 2 diabetes. More research is needed to better understand the association between these grains and diabetes. Aside from incorporating more ancient grains …
Increase in sedentary time from childhood is associated with worsening arterial stiffness, a surrogate for premature vascular damage, a new study shows. However, light physical activity could reduce the risk. The study was conducted in collaboration between Oxford University, the Universities of Bristol and Exeter, and the University of Eastern Finland, and the results were …
How to increase your HDL Cholesterol levels? Nutritionist shares 4 tips 5HDL (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol, also known as good cholesterol, is very important for the proper functioning of the body. It helps in absorbing the cholesterol in the blood and carrying it to the liver. HDL cholesterol helps in alleviating the risk of heart disease …
Home remedies for blocked heart: Here are the top 7 Ayurvedic picks that can help clean your clogged arteries naturally. Clogged Heart Arteries: 7 Effective Ayurvedic Home Remedies To Clean Blocked Heart Arteries Naturally Blocked Heart Arteries Natural Remedies: Blockages or narrowing in the heart’s arteries, often pointed out as coronary artery disease, is a …
The growing interest in adopting a healthier lifestyle has been accompanied by an increased use of healthy food ingredients, which refers to naturally occurring bioactive compounds that have functions in the human body related to human health. These foods are often referred to as functional foods and are crucial for preventing disease, managing chronic conditions, …
Trout fish is a rich source of Omega-3s. Herring fish provides two types of essential fatty acids, EPA and DHA. Cholesterol is a fatty substance present in all of our cells. It helps us process vitamin D, break down foods, and make hormones. There are two main kinds of cholesterol: low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or “bad” …
Cleveland Clinic researchers have identified a new pathway that contributes to cardiovascular disease associated with high levels of niacin, a common B vitamin previously recommended to lower cholesterol. The team, led by Stanley Hazen, M.D., Ph.D., discovered a link between 4PY, a breakdown product from excess niacin, and heart disease. Higher circulating levels of 4PY …
A recent Cell Discovery study investigates whether the ketogenic diet (KD) could alleviate epilepsy. Study: Ketogenic diet-produced β-hydroxybutyric acid accumulates brain GABA and increases GABA/glutamate ratio to inhibit epilepsy. Image Credit: SewCreamStudio / Shutterstock.com Background The ketogenic diet (KD) is a high-fat, very low carbohydrate, and adequate protein regimen. In this diet, cell energy is derived …