High blood pressure, or hypertension, is more than just a number on a monitor. It’s a silent condition that slowly wears down the heart, arteries, and kidneys. This disease is responsible for about 18 million deaths every year, according to a study published in BMC Public Health. Ayurveda looks at it differently. It sees hypertension…
Texas has launched a high-profile legal battle against the makers of Tylenol, arguing that the popular painkiller was deceptively marketed to pregnant women despite claims it may be linked to a higher risk of autism in children. The lawsuit has triggered fresh questions about medical messaging, pharmaceutical accountability and the spread of controversial claims around…
Looking for something unique and realistic? How about a spooky firepit? Don’t worry, your fire alarm won’t go off, because this DIY décor involves no fire or smoke. You will need cardboard (a sturdy piece), insulation foam spray (expanding foam), orange LED string lights or tea lights (battery-operated), a plastic skull and faux bones, red…
Personality tests are great fun to engage in, and while they may, or might not be 100% accurate, they often help you discover an unknown facet of your personality.Look carefully at this image – while some people will see the butterfly first, the others will see the tiger. Based on what you see, here is…
Forget fancy detox teas or expensive supplements because the secret to better gut and liver health may already be in your kitchen. Dr Saurabh Sethi, an AIIMS-trained gastroenterologist with experience at Harvard and Stanford, recently shared eight everyday vegetables that can naturally boost digestion and support liver function. These simple foods do more than just…
Whenever we think of the highest marker for heart attack, cholesterol is the name that comes up first. Yet, there’s another blood test that might actually out‑shine cholesterol, in flagging your risk – the high‑sensitivity CRP (hs‑CRP) test, which measures a protein that signals inflammation throughout the body. This marker can expose hazards that a…
The supplement industry is booming. You will find supplements for almost anything and everything. Most labels advise daily use, but do you really need to take them every day? Experts advise on optimal supplement timing and combinations for better absorption and effectiveness. Learn how to take iron, Omega-3s, fiber, Vitamin D, probiotics, creatine, zinc, and…
Diabetic foot is one of the most serious and yet preventable complications of diabetes mellitus. It develops when prolonged high blood sugar levels damage the nerves and restrict blood flow, making the feet vulnerable to infections and ulcers. If left untreated, these ulcers can worsen and lead to gangrene or even amputation.Diabetes is rising at…
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a leading cause of cardiovascular diseases across the world. It develops gradually and often without noticeable symptoms, silently damaging blood vessels and the heart over time. When blood pressure remains consistently high, it forces the heart to work harder, thickens artery walls and restricts blood flow. If left unmanaged,…
Obesity has long been measured using the BMI, Body mass index, a simple ratio weight to height. While this has been used widely for a long time, it does not account for fat distribution, muscle mass or the actual impact of excess adiposity on the body’s organs. A landmark study published in JAMA Network Open,…