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New blood test to help detect risk of 30 age-related diseases

New blood test to help detect risk of 30 age-related diseases

The team including from the UK, France, and the US said the quick and easy blood test identifies whether a specific organ is ageing faster than expected -- an advance that may pave the way for personalised prevention and treatment methods

27 February,2025 02:41 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Heart has 'sweet taste' receptors that can sense artificial sweeteners: Study

Heart has 'sweet taste' receptors that can sense artificial sweeteners: Study

Researchers have found that the heart possesses "sweet taste" receptors, similar to those on our tongues

16 February,2025 11:52 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Hormonal contraceptives linked with cardiovascular risks: Study

Hormonal contraceptives linked with cardiovascular risks: Study

However, researchers from the University of Copenhagen said that while the overall risk remains low, clinicians should consider the potential risks before prescribing them

15 February,2025 09:18 AM IST | New Delhi | PTI
Late-onset menopause may reduce risk of heart disease: Study

Late-onset menopause may reduce risk of heart disease: Study

The researchers explained that when menopause hits, the age-related decline in vascular health accelerates

05 February,2025 12:34 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Obesity mother of many non-communicable diseases, can be prevented: Experts

Obesity mother of many non-communicable diseases, can be prevented: Experts

Coming together to raise awareness about the adverse health impacts of obesity, the experts noted that obesity is fully preventable in adults

05 February,2025 09:51 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Potassium salt provides good alternative to sodium to cut heart risk: Experts

Potassium salt provides good alternative to sodium to cut heart risk: Experts

The WHO, in its recent guideline, suggests using K-salt or potassium chloride instead of regular table salt, rich in sodium. It may reduce noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) such as cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and chronic kidney disease by lowering blood pressure

29 January,2025 06:27 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Study shows fatty muscles raise heart disease risk regardless of BMI

Study shows fatty muscles raise heart disease risk regardless of BMI

The new study, published in the European Heart Journal, adds evidence that existing measures, such as body mass index (BMI) or waist circumference, are not adequate to evaluate the risk of heart disease accurately for all people

20 January,2025 01:31 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Heart disease patients should avoid extreme weather exposures: Experts

Heart disease patients should avoid extreme weather exposures: Experts

Sudden exposure to cold can also cause strain on the heart, leading to angina or heart attacks. It is advised that one should warm up before stepping outdoors

16 January,2025 12:59 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Drink coffee during morning hours to get good heart health: Research

Drink coffee during morning hours to get good heart health: Research

Dr Lu Qi, calling for further studies to validate the findings, said, "A possible explanation is that consuming coffee in the afternoon or evening may disrupt circadian rhythms and levels of hormones such as melatonin. This, in turn, leads to changes in cardiovascular risk factors such as inflammation and blood pressure"

08 January,2025 03:49 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
New Year 2025: Here's why preventive healthcare should be a priority

New Year 2025: Here's why preventive healthcare should be a priority

Neglecting our health doesn’t just take a physical toll; it also brings financial, emotional, and psychological burdens, leaving families vulnerable to preventable crises

01 January,2025 10:13 AM IST | Mumbai | IANS

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