Is your HDL (good cholesterol) an indicator of heart disease risk? A latest study by REGARDS (Reasons for Geographic and Racial Differences in Stroke) found that while HDL is singularly linked with an increased risk of heart disease in White Americans, it alone was not a trigger among African-American adults. The study, published in the
Left arm or Right arm? What is the right way of measuring BP “There is an anatomical difference in both arms. The aorta, which is the main artery that carries blood from your heart to the rest of the body, has branches in the left and right arms in the form of sub clavian arteries.
Bad Habits That Can Harm Your Heart Smoking Tobacco Cigarettes A study published in the journal Heart Rhythm has warned that smoking tobacco can cause adverse cardiovascular effects, including increased risk of developing arrhythmias. Use Of E-cigarettes E-cigarettes are not safe for heart either. They can cause similar harmful effects as tobacco cigarettes, said the
Yoga for asthma: Breathing exercises for patients with asthma Yoga expert suggests the following Yoga asanas or easy breathing exercises for patients with bronchial asthma. Here are their steps and health benefits Bhastrika Pranayama Breathing exercises are known as pranayama and this one is referred to as bhastrika. Your breath should make a sound similar
Reasons why apple cider vinegar is beneficial ACV plays a major role in your home as it upgrades your beauty regimen and restores the normal alkaline balance of the skin and scalp. In addition to being beneficial to skin and scalp, ACV can also be used for a wide range of household uses: Laundry: Adding
Best ways to prevent adult acne Most people who haven’t experienced acne in their teenage years may suddenly see breakouts on their skin in their adult life. This is called adult acne, which people experience in their 30s and 40s. This is different from the kind of acne one has during puberty. “Normally, people get
Artificial sweetener as sugar substitute: is it good for you? Find here? Artificial sweeteners are synthetic substitutes and include saccharin, cyclamate, aspartame, sucralose, acesulfame and neotame. Stevia is a separate category, described as a “natural” sweetener since it is derived from plant sources. The other variety of sugar substitutes comprises plant-derived sugar alcohols (they don’t
How to choose healthier sweets this Diwali season; Know here! The countdown to Diwali has begun and after following two years of Covid restrictions, people are looking forward to celebrating the festival with all their near and dear ones. While it is the perfect opportunity to attend multiple get-togethers and eat to one’s heart’s content,
Foods you must eat for speedy recovery from dengue! Deepti Khatuja, Head – Clinical Nutritionist, Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon suggests food groups to add to diet during this season and in dengue to improve platelets, boost immunity and keep infections at bay. • Fluids Taking plenty of fluids and water is vital. Consume warm
Pet Care Tips Veterinarian Visits Responsible pet ownership starts with regular visits to the veterinarian. Given their shorter-than-human lifespan, your dog or cat should be getting a checkup at least once or twice a year. Depending on your pet’s vaccination schedule, they may go more frequently when they’re young, but establishing and maintaining good pet
