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How kindness can be a therapy for mental health issuesSubscriber Only
March 10, 2023 16:54 IST
Studies have shown it enables people to get a perspective from others’ lives and as a result help a person view things differently, experience reduced levels of anxiety or better moods, says clinical psychologist Kamna Chhibber
Why a new drug can supplement statins in reducing heart attacks and strokesSubscriber Only
March 6, 2023 19:00 IST
While statins remain the mainstay of cardiovascular disease prevention through cholesterol reduction, Bempedoic Acid offers a way to extend that protection even to persons who do not tolerate statins, say experts
How serious is Amitabh Bachchan’s rib injury? Is it age-related?Subscriber Only
March 7, 2023 04:13 IST
A popped rib happens when the cartilage attached to the sternum snaps because of hyperactivity, usually among the elderly, resulting in abnormal movement, say experts.
Can chia seeds beat animal protein? Are they better in controlling cholesterol and blood sugar?Subscriber Only
March 7, 2023 14:07 IST
Animal-based foods such as chicken and goat meat have about 25-26 grams of protein per 100 grams compared to chia seeds’ respectable 16-17 grams of protein. However, chia seeds contain all 10 essential amino acids, making them a complete protein source, says Ushakiran Sisodia, Head, Diet and Nutrition, Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital
How IVF helped Aarti and Ajay become parents after 40: Pune specialist makes them fourth time luckySubscriber Only
March 5, 2023 14:59 IST
'The mother's ovarian reserve was low as she had turned 40. But her implantation was successful and she was expected to birth twins. However, midway one of her embryos stopped growing. But since the other one looked robust, we went ahead with the pregnancy,' says Dr Dr Sunita Tandulwadkar, Pune's top IVF specialist
How a busy AIIMS OPD is a test case of mental health: Burnout tops depressionSubscriber Only
March 5, 2023 14:59 IST
AIIMS Psychiatry professor Nand Kumar has developed a deep understanding of urban angst by talking to each patient at his OPD
Can you still do yoga after a heart problem or procedure? Know which asanas work for youSubscriber Only
March 4, 2023 14:51 IST
Certain practices of yoga address not only the physiological aspects of heart problems, but in the long run, help get rid of causes like addictions to smoking, alcohol, harmful diet, poor lifestyle, stress, lack of sleep and emotional upheavals, says yoga guru Kamini Bobde
World Obesity Day: How obesity in children, teens can cause blood clots, raise heart attack risk in later lifeSubscriber Only
March 4, 2023 12:53 IST
‘If obese as a child or adolescent, then almost 70 per cent body weight is carried into adulthood. This group has a five-time higher risk of severe obesity and susceptibility to clot formation,’ says Dr Shashank Shah, consulting bariatric surgeon at Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai
Can weak muscles and a poor hand grip increase your diabetes risk two-fold?Subscriber Only
March 3, 2023 14:30 IST
When you have a low muscle mass, you tend to have more insulin resistance. So, people with or without diabetes should throw in resistance training in their workout schedule in order to improve muscle strength and mass, says Dr Ambrish Mithal, Chairman and Head, Endocrinology and Diabetes, Max Healthcare
Why Vitamin K in spinach, broccoli and lettuce may lower your risk of heart diseaseSubscriber Only
March 3, 2023 12:34 IST
A deficiency accelerates calcium deposits in the blood vessels and increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. Vitamin K causes an anti-inflammatory action, which prevents plaque calcification, says Dr Atul Bhasin, Director, Internal Medicine at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital
Why Sushmita Sen’s heart attack should be a warning for younger women? What are the triggers they should know about?Subscriber Only
March 10, 2023 15:48 IST
Excessive smoking, vaping and stress and strain among working women stimulate production of adrenaline and cortisol, which result in inflammation of arteries, plaques and clotting. These can lead to an unstable angina, heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest no matter how fit you claim to be, say top cardiologists
How technology is helping so many people take small steps to build healthier habitsSubscriber Only
March 2, 2023 18:45 IST
The technology we carry with us — on our wrist, or in the palm of our hand — can help us tune into the warning signs of a potential health condition. And those insights can empower us to take small, everyday steps to build healthy habits, says Dr Sumbul Desai, Apple’s VP of Health
Rare surgery saves 42-year-old woman suffering from advanced abdominal cancerSubscriber Only
March 2, 2023 12:30 IST
Surgeons at Fortis Mohali use gold standard CRS HIPEC technique. Cytoreductive Surgery (CRS) includes removal of all sites of cancer within the abdominal cavity while HIPEC Surgery involves administering heated chemotherapy in the abdomen inside the OT itself
New flu virus causing bronchitis, persistent cough lasting over 2 weeks and relapses: Just take the flu shotSubscriber Only
March 10, 2023 14:31 IST
Many of my patients are suffering repeat bouts of viral infection, often within a fortnight. Back to back flu means more than one virus is floating around and you could be susceptible to them, says Dr Rommel Tickoo, Director, Internal Medicine, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, Delhi
How to have fenugreek or methi in safe amounts for blood sugar, heart diseaseSubscriber Only
March 1, 2023 14:30 IST
As a general guideline for healthy individuals, the recommended dose of fenugreek seed powder is 8-10 grams twice a day. When it comes to fenugreek supplements, consult a qualified dietician than suffer side effects, says Dr Eileen Canday, HOD, Nutrition and Dietetics, Sir H N Reliance Foundation Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai
Does your artificial sweetener have Erythritol? Study says it raises risk of heart attack and strokeSubscriber Only
March 1, 2023 12:00 IST
‘The sweetener called Erythritol activates platelets, the blood cells which cause clots when they clump together. Such clusters block blood flow in different parts of the body. Since its presence or levels are not revealed on packages of processed foods, it is far safer to consume natural foods and avoid using sugar substitutes,’ says cardiologist Dr K Srinath Reddy
Why cinnamon does more than control blood sugar: It reduces belly fat, weight, BP and cholesterolSubscriber Only
March 1, 2023 09:57 IST
Our India trial was widely appreciated by the scientific community and since then, cinnamon use became popular in many patients of diabetes, says Dr Anoop Misra, Chairman, Fortis CDOC Hospital for Diabetes and Allied Sciences
Surgeons remove world’s largest adrenal tumours from 51-year-old manSubscriber Only
February 28, 2023 18:51 IST
Doctors at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, say twin growth had occupied the entire space in the patient’s abdominal cavity and displaced organs such as kidneys, liver, spleen, pancreas and intestines
Yoga, functional and strength training: Can a mixed regime improve energy levels after 30?Subscriber Only
February 28, 2023 14:30 IST
ou can do compound movements such as squats and isolating movements such as leg extensions on some days and on other days you can do chest presses or cardio workouts. Go for slow circuit training, which is a stimulant for all small and major muscle groups, says holistic health expert Dr Mickey Mehta
Why are more men becoming infertile? Is obesity to blame?Subscriber Only
February 28, 2023 12:30 IST
Many studies have shown how obesity in men negatively affects basic sperm parameters such as sperm count, concentration and motility, increases the possibility of being diagnosed with infertility and reduces the chances of conception, says Dr Mannan Gupta, gynaecologist, Elantis Healthcare, New Delhi
How do I know my palpitation is because of a heart problem or anxiety?Subscriber Only
February 28, 2023 09:10 IST
If palpitations are repetitive and prolonged, accompanied by chest discomfort and dizziness, then consult a doctor. The diagnosis can be quick with a series of cardiac tests like echocardiogram, Holter and stress tests, says Dr Atul Mathur, Executive Director, Interventional Cardiology and Chief of Cath Lab, Fortis Escorts Heart Institute
What is morning anxiety that supermodel Bella Hadid suffers from?Subscriber Only
February 27, 2023 19:03 IST
‘When you have great difficulty calming yourself down, avoid certain activities that need to be done and become dysfunctional, you should seek therapy,’ says Dr Shailesh Jha, consultant psychiatrist, Indraprastha Apollo Saarthak Mental Health Services, New Delhi
Why even low LDL cholesterol levels can pose a risk to your heart: New study sheds lightSubscriber Only
February 27, 2023 19:34 IST
‘The most important takeaway is that this link isn’t seen in people who are taking statins to lower their LDL level. Those who have been prescribed the medicine should continue to take it,’ said Dr VK Bahl, Principal Director of Cardiac Sciences at Max Hospitals
Here are five ways to deal with extreme COVID anxietySubscriber Only
February 27, 2023 14:36 IST
The case of a mother in Gurugram locking herself up with her child may seem like an extreme manifestation of pandemic-related anxiety. However, Dr Kamna Chhiber says many of us may remain preoccupied about small or minor concerns, engage in multiple safety behaviours to protect ourselves and others around us
How pomegranates can delay ageing, strengthen the heart and lower your LDL cholesterolSubscriber Only
February 28, 2023 11:40 IST
Pomegranate is a good source of potassium, an important electrolyte for healthy muscle function and the regulation of heart rate, says Shabana Parveen, nutritionist and dietitian at Artemis Hospitals, Gurugram
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