33 percent Indians over 30-years-old are victims of lifestyle diseases, says report
While men were found to be victims of diabetes, cholesterol and cardiac related problems, women were found to have issues related to low BP and thyroid.
Apr 14, 2017, 00:06 AM IST
Low levels of good cholesterol means bad news for your heart health! – Read
The findings showed that for young individuals, under the age of 50, having abnormally low good cholesterol may increase the risk of heart attack than those with elevated bad cholesterol.
Mar 09, 2017, 23:00 PM IST
Eating blue maize may reduce BP, cholesterol, fat
In the study, the rats were fed on a high-sugar and high-cholesterol diet for 12 weeks. They were given blue maize extracts during a period of 4 weeks.
Jan 14, 2017, 00:26 AM IST
Reduce heart attack risk by dropping cholesterol to 'new born baby levels', says study
This lowest cholesterol levels is only achievable in adulthood, through medication, as well as lifestyle changes like healthy food and exercise, the researchers suggested.
Dec 19, 2016, 11:43 AM IST
Kidney failure: Know these conditions and factors that increase your risk!
Kidney failure, also called renal failure, is a condition in which the kidneys become unable to remove or filter metabolic wastes from the blood.
Nov 16, 2016, 11:15 AM 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
Facing high cholesterol? Chew on these foods!
Here are some foods that can help lower your cholesterol naturally.
Nov 10, 2016, 10:38 AM IST
Things you can do to prevent a stroke!
Around the world, stroke kills more people each year than do HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis combined.
Oct 28, 2016, 16:56 PM IST
Screening infants could prevent early heart attacks: study
Their study in the New England Journal of Medicine aimed to uncover a silent killer in young adults known as familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), a genetic disorder that often leads to early heart disease.
Oct 27, 2016, 02:50 AM IST
Heart disease: What increases your risk, tips to reduce it!
Heart disease is caused by plaque buildup in the wall of the arteries that supply blood to the heart.
Oct 26, 2016, 13:26 PM IST
High cholesterol capable of causing bone loss: Experts
High cholesterol, which is a known factor for the decrease in heart health may harm more than our cardiovascular systems and lead to bone loss, say researchers including one of Indian-origin.
Oct 16, 2016, 14:21 PM IST
Heart attack and stroke prevention: Ways to reduce your risk!
There are steps you can take to help prevent a heart attack or a stroke. These steps involve taking medications and making heart-healthy lifestyle changes.
Aug 29, 2016, 09:40 AM IST
'Bad cholesterol not linked to elderly deaths'
The findings came after analyzing past studies involving more than 68,000 participants over 60 years of age.
Jun 27, 2016, 19:16 PM IST
Can't resist midnight snacking? Here's why it bad for you
Can't resist midnight snacking? Here are a few reasons as to why it bad for you.
Jan 03, 2016, 04:27 AM IST
US approves injectable anti-cholesterol drug Repatha
US regulators on Thursday approved Repatha, the second injectable drug of its kind designed for certain patients with stubbornly high cholesterol which puts them at risk of heart disease.
Aug 28, 2015, 04:05 AM IST
High cholesterol levels affect 23% of Delhi teens: Study
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Aug 24, 2015, 13:44 PM IST
Cardiovascular risk factors on the rise in Asia: Study
Cardiovascular risk factors like hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes appear to be on the rise in Asia, particularly Japan, says researchers.
Jul 07, 2015, 16:01 PM IST
Half of US Hispanics unaware they have high cholesterol
Half of Hispanics in the United States may be unaware they have high cholesterol, suggested a study Wednesday that urged better education and treatment of the condition that can lead to heart disease.
Jun 25, 2015, 06:01 AM IST
Top five health concerns for men revealed
A new study has revealed the five most common health issues in men and how to prevent them.
Mar 09, 2015, 15:35 PM IST
Take a walk to ward off lifestyle diseases
Lifestyle diseases like hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes are hitting younger men and women in India. But they can be prevented by making minimal changes to our daily routine.
Oct 27, 2014, 22:09 PM IST
