People With Elevated BP, Cholesterol May Experience Heart Attack, Strokes: Study
People with marginally elevated blood pressure, cholesterol or glucose feel generally well, but are unaware of the risks.
Aug 26, 2023, 15:08 PM IST
World Heart Day: Major weight loss may reverse heart disease risks linked to obesity, says study
Bodyweight is directly associated with almost all cardiovascular risk factors. As BMI increases, so do the blood pressure, low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or bad cholesterol), other abnormal blood fats, blood sugar, and inflammation. These changes increase the risk for heart disease, stroke, and death from cardiovascular disease.
Sep 29, 2021, 11:00 AM IST
Eat more plant-based foods for better heart health
Study shows eating a larger proportion of plant-based foods and a smaller proportion of animal-based foods may help reduce your risk of having a heart attack, stroke or other type of cardiovascular disease.
Aug 07, 2019, 17:31 PM IST
Smoking can trigger severe leg pain, poor wound healing
The study found that compared with never-smokers, those who smoked for more than 40 pack-years had roughly four times more risk for peripheral artery disease, versus 2.1 times and 1.8 times more risk for coronary heart disease and stroke, respectively.
Jul 29, 2019, 16:24 PM IST
Fish oils don't prevent strokes in diabetes patients: Study
In observational studies, higher consumption of fish is associated with lower risks of coronary artery disease and stroke.
Aug 27, 2018, 10:45 AM IST
Unhealthy weight gain increases risk of heart attacks, high BP: Study
A new study has found that unhealthy weight gain can increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes and high blood pressure.
Mar 19, 2018, 11:21 AM IST
This new diagnostic tool may help detect heart attack, stroke risk early
The tool uses near-infrared light to visualise the fatty build-up in the arteries.
Aug 19, 2017, 22:27 PM IST
Reducing your trans fat intake may help ward off heart attack, stroke
Some communities in the US -- most notably New York City -- have eliminated the use of trans fats in restaurants and eateries in recent years.
Apr 17, 2017, 16:49 PM IST
Is aspirin really a 'wonder drug'? Scientists at IIT-Madras say common headache drug could cure cancer
Now, a research team from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT-Madras) has claimed that aspirin can help terminate cancer cells.
Apr 10, 2017, 10:53 AM IST
Dolphin genes may hold key to treating stroke, kidney failure
Comparing the proteins of humans and these other mammals is already providing researchers with a wealth of new information about how the human body works.
Feb 28, 2017, 00:16 AM IST
People suffering mini-strokes at higher risk of suffering major strokes: Study
According to doctors, mini-strokes can be considered as warning for future attacks, so early treatment can help prevent a stroke.
Feb 19, 2017, 23:53 PM IST
Statins: Cholesterol-lowering drugs reduce risk of heart attacks, strokes!
Statins were found to be effective in reducing risk of death, heart attacks and strokes, across a broad range of patient groups.
Nov 15, 2016, 14:08 PM IST
Know these amazing health benefits of mulberry!
Who doesn't like to eat this tiny and juicy fruit?
Oct 22, 2016, 00:06 AM IST
Stroke: Identify these factors and reduce your risk!
Most strokes occur when an artery that carries blood to the brain is blocked and the blood supply to the brain is cut off.
Aug 11, 2016, 13:37 PM IST
Simple at-home test can spot blood clots
Researchers have developed a simple paper-based test that can help patients with blood clotting disorders perform regular tests from the convenience of their homes.
May 13, 2016, 15:33 PM IST
India could be hit by a tsunami of obesity!
India stares at a huge epidemic of obesity, a new study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) finds.
Sep 13, 2015, 10:47 AM IST
