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  • Diabetes and hypertension: Control the 'silent killers' with this expert-approved diet guide

    Diabetes and hypertension: Control the 'silent killers' with this expert-approved diet guide

    The connection between food, diabetes, and blood pressure cannot be denied. Eating the right food in the correct quantities keeps sugar in the blood and blood pressure under check without the need for medicines down the line. According to an expert, one cannot change their genes, but can change what they put on their plate.

  • Study says too much salt may impact your brain health, not just your blood pressure

    Study says too much salt may impact your brain health, not just your blood pressure

    High blood pressure is often associated with the kidneys and blood vessels. But new research shows too much salt can inflame the brain itself, changing how the body regulates blood pressure

  • Silent hypertension: Why so many Indians don't know they have high blood pressure

    Silent hypertension: Why so many Indians don't know they have high blood pressure

    High blood pressure is known as a silent killer and many Indians are not even aware that they are suffering from this disease. The untreated hypertension is linked with heart attacks, strokes and kidney issues.

  • High BP despite medication? Here’s how Renal Denervation helps with Resistant Hypertension

    High BP despite medication? Here’s how Renal Denervation helps with Resistant Hypertension

    While resistant hypertension is a prevalent disease in India affecting as many as 20 crore adults, renal denervation, which is an advanced therapy, has come to the rescue of patients. Its recent clinical experiences have shown positive results, giving patients hope of needing fewer medications, making fewer hospital visits, and living a more active, fulfilling life.

  • What is diabetic retinopathy: Symptoms, causes, and ways to prevent blindness

    What is diabetic retinopathy: Symptoms, causes, and ways to prevent blindness

    Diabetic retinopathy is a common diabetes-related eye complication caused by retinal changes. Risk factors include long diabetes duration, female gender, heredity, pregnancy, hypertension, smoking, obesity, and hyperlipidemia. Prevention involves strict blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol control, healthy lifestyle, medications, and regular ophthalmic screening to detect and manage early changes.

  • Is your blood pressure out of control? Watch out for symptoms of resistant hypertension

    Is your blood pressure out of control? Watch out for symptoms of resistant hypertension

    Resistant hypertension is associated with an extremely high risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney damage. Timely diagnosis, adoption of general lifestyle, thorough examination is necessary to safeguard the long-term health.

  • Not just an old age problem: Stroke risk soars in young Indians

    Not just an old age problem: Stroke risk soars in young Indians

    Doctors say stroke is no longer confined to the elderly—with one in five patients now in their 30s or 40s.

  • 7 early symptoms of high blood pressure, from chest pain to breathlessness, more

    7 early symptoms of high blood pressure, from chest pain to breathlessness, more

    High blood pressure rarely shows itself, until it’s done serious harm. But there are signs your body gives you. Catching them early can protect your heart, your mind, and your life. Here’s how: 

  • Truth about heart diseases: 5 common misconceptions about heart health

    Truth about heart diseases: 5 common misconceptions about heart health

    Cardiovascular diseases can strike silently, at any age, and don’t always come with classic symptoms like chest pain. Discover the 5 most dangerous heart health myths, and tips that could help prevent life-altering or life-threatening outcomes.

  • Hypertension and habits: How lifestyle changes help lower blood pressure levels

    Hypertension and habits: How lifestyle changes help lower blood pressure levels

    High blood pressure can often be managed more effectively with lifestyle changes alongside medication. Healthy habits like eating well, exercising, reducing salt, and managing stress address the root causes, boost medication effectiveness, and support long-term heart health. Here’s how.

  • Stress, sleep and salt: Why high blood pressure is no longer just a number

    Stress, sleep and salt: Why high blood pressure is no longer just a number

    High blood pressure often goes unnoticed, yet it increases the risk of stroke, heart attack, dementia, and heart failure. Modern habits, salty food, stress, and poor sleep, make it worse. Regular monitoring and simple lifestyle changes can prevent long-term damage and save lives.

  • World Hypertension Day 2025: Causes, symptoms and cure for resistant hypertension

    World Hypertension Day 2025: Causes, symptoms and cure for resistant hypertension

    World Hypertension Day: Every year, May 17 is observed as World Hypertension Day to raise awareness about high blood pressure and its serious health risks. Here’s a closer look at what resistant hypertension is, along with its symptoms, risks, and ways to manage it.

  • World Hypertension Day 2025: How childhood obesity can fuel lifelong heart risks

    World Hypertension Day 2025: How childhood obesity can fuel lifelong heart risks

    Childhood obesity and heart disease: Overweight children are more vulnerable to early-onset hypertension. Childhood obesity is driving a rise in high blood pressure among children, putting them at risk for serious heart problems later in life. Tackling obesity early is key to a healthier future.

  • World Hypertension Day 2025: How stress quietly raises blood pressure, why managing it is crucial

    World Hypertension Day 2025: How stress quietly raises blood pressure, why managing it is crucial

    How to control high blood pressure: Managing stress is an important step in protecting your heart. On this World Hypertension Day, make a conscious choice to slow down, breathe, and prioritise your well-being of your your heart. Here’s how stress affects your heart, and what you can do to manage it.

  • How to lower high blood pressure naturally: Add these simple herbs to your healthy diet for quick results

    How to lower high blood pressure naturally: Add these simple herbs to your healthy diet for quick results

    Best Herbs to lower blood pressure naturally: Herbs are small, natural additions to your diet that may help manage high blood pressure and also nurture your well-being, one cup of herbal tea or concoction at a time. Here are the benefits of garlic, ginger, arjuna bark, hibiscus and celery.

  • Reduce hypertension risk with healthy diet, daily exercises, simple lifestyle changes

    Reduce hypertension risk with healthy diet, daily exercises, simple lifestyle changes

    Can healthy lifestyle changes help control hypertension (high blood pressure)? Uncover how healthy habits like eating well, exercising, and managing stress can help lower blood pressure.

  • Hypertension at 30: How bad lifestyle habits raise blood pressure in young adults

    Hypertension at 30: How bad lifestyle habits raise blood pressure in young adults

    The rising incidence of hypertension among the young stresses the need for early detection and intervention strategies. Understand the risk factors early and adopt lifestyle changes to significantly reduce the risk of developing hypertension and the complications that come with it. Here's how.

  • Manage hypertension: Reduce high blood pressure, boost heart health with these 8 foods in your daily diet

    Manage hypertension: Reduce high blood pressure, boost heart health with these 8 foods in your daily diet

    Diet tips: High blood pressure is a "silent killer" that can lead to serious complications. Include these 10 foods, rich in fibre and potassium, to help manage hypertension naturally.

  • Regulate blood pressure: 8 lifestyle changes to manage hypertension, hypotension, boost heart health

    Regulate blood pressure: 8 lifestyle changes to manage hypertension, hypotension, boost heart health

    Manage blood pressure: Here are 8 natural ways to regulate blood pressure, including a balanced diet, regular exercise, reducing sodium, managing stress, and more. Keep your heart healthy with these lifestyle tips.

  • A nutty treat for a healthier you: 5 health benefits of adding Turkish Hazelnuts to your diet

    A nutty treat for a healthier you: 5 health benefits of adding Turkish Hazelnuts to your diet

    Hazelnut nutrition benefits: Here are the amazing health benefits of hazelnuts, from improving heart health and brain function to boosting immunity. Learn how these nutrient-rich nuts support digestion, skin health, and overall wellness.

  • Hypertension during pregnancy: Prevent preeclampsia, foetal growth restriction with these expert tips

    Hypertension during pregnancy: Prevent preeclampsia, foetal growth restriction with these expert tips

    Hypertension and pregnancy: Understanding the effects and management strategies for hypertension can help expectant mothers maintain their health and promote a safe and successful pregnancy. Here's what you should know.

  • High blood pressure can cause heart failure, here's how hypertension affects heart health

    High blood pressure can cause heart failure, here's how hypertension affects heart health

    Despite being silent, hypertension has far-reaching effects. To control blood pressure and avoid the long-term harm it can do to heart health and other organs, it is crucial to follow recommended treatment plans, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and get regular monitoring.

  • Hypertension: 7 exercises that help lower your blood pressure naturally without medication

    Hypertension: 7 exercises that help lower your blood pressure naturally without medication

    Best exercises to cure hypertension: Incorporating these exercises into your routine can help manage blood pressure effectively. It's essential to combine them with other healthy lifestyle changes, such as a balanced diet, stress management, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.

  • All about of Alzheimer's disease: Stages, risk factors, and management strategies

    All about of Alzheimer's disease: Stages, risk factors, and management strategies

    Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that causes memory loss, cognitive decline, and changes in behavior. It primarily affects older adults and is the most common cause of dementia, significantly impacting daily life and functioning.

  • Hypertension: Why men face higher rates of high blood pressure than women?

    Hypertension: Why men face higher rates of high blood pressure than women?

    Hypertension, also called high blood pressure, impacts both genders. Men under the age of 65 are particularly vulnerable due to a combination of biological and behavioural factors. Effective management of hypertension involves a holistic approach that includes medication, lifestyle changes, and regular health monitoring.

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