Coronary Artery Disease: Can Heart Blockages Be Reversed?
The good news is that there is data to suggest that early-stage atherosclerosis can regress significantly and even completely in some situations, say experts. Later-stage atherosclerosis is relatively resistant to reversal, though its progression can be delayed.
Mar 18, 2023, 08:41 AM IST
Dark Chocolate to Fatty Fish: Check 7 Foods That Can Help You Prevent Clogged Arteries
Clogged arteries is a common health problem in today's time because of unhealthy lifestyles, scroll down to check the Food list that may help prevent clogged arteries.
Feb 22, 2023, 22:41 PM IST
Hormone therapy slows progression of atherosclerosis, provides multiple health benefits
Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory process of blood vessels that is central to most cases of cardiovascular disease. The risk of cardiovascular disease in women rapidly increases after menopause and remains the leading cause of death in US women.
Sep 28, 2020, 16:29 PM IST
Too much or too less sleep can increase heart disease risk
Lack of sleep has been known to raise the risk of cardiovascular disease by increasing heart disease risk factors such as glucose levels, blood pressure, inflammation and obesity.
Jan 15, 2019, 16:53 PM IST
Does air pollution trigger cardiovascular disease?
A study has found that air pollution, and fine dust, in particular, is responsible for more than four million deaths each year.
Aug 23, 2018, 12:28 PM IST
Skipping breakfast? You're more likely to develop hardened arteries
Previous research has linked skipping breakfast to a higher risk of problems that can lead to heart disease such as obesity, diabetes and high cholesterol.
Oct 03, 2017, 12:28 PM IST
Top five health benefits of pineapple!
Pineapple is one of the best fruit packed with anti-oxidants.
Nov 27, 2016, 23:43 PM IST
A third of strokes caused by air pollution, lifestyle diseases in India
As India continue to report 16 lakh cases of stroke every year, health experts have said that at least one third of these cases are caused by mere modifiable lifestyle factors and deteriorating air quality.
Oct 28, 2016, 22:00 PM IST
Thickening of neck artery is evident in young patients with early psychosis
Several studies have shown the strong relationship between these disorders and later risk of developing cardiovascular disease, with high rates of mortality.
Oct 20, 2016, 17:24 PM IST
Key protein in preventing heart attacks identified
Researchers at the University of Missouri have found that Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 (IGF-1), a protein that is naturally found in high levels among adolescents, can help prevent arteries from clogging.
Jun 16, 2016, 14:38 PM IST
Fatty liver may increase heart disease, mortality
Evidence indicates that the fatty and inflamed liver expresses several pro-inflammatory and procoagulant factors, as well as genes involved in accelerated atherogenesis.
Apr 27, 2016, 14:38 PM IST
Combined dietary supplement likely to help fight heart disease
A new study was found by a team of researchers, including an Indian-origin scientist which suggests that combining a marine fish oil, cocoa extract and phytosterols into a dietary supplement may cut down the risk of developing heart disease.
Apr 26, 2016, 16:02 PM IST
To treat the heart, aim the gut
If replicated in humans, the study could lead to a new strategy for treating and possibly preventing heart disease and stroke the top two causes of death worldwide.
Dec 20, 2015, 08:43 AM IST
Ultrasound can identify people at high stroke risk
By using ultrasound, we can identify the patients who are at a higher risk of stroke and thus would benefit from surgery,” said study author.
Nov 26, 2015, 11:26 AM IST
Genes linked to peripheral artery disease identified
In addition to limb pain and difficulty in walking, peripheral artery disease (PAD) can lead to major cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events.
Oct 22, 2015, 13:26 PM IST
Menopause may turn good cholesterol into bad
What has previously been known as good cholesterol - high density lipoprotein (HDL) - may actually contribute to heart diseases in women while they are transitioning through menopause, new research has found.
Oct 10, 2015, 12:43 PM IST
Periodontitis linked to heart disease
Researchers have recently connected the molecular dots between Periodontitis and heart disease.
Sep 12, 2015, 12:14 PM IST
