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Just another reason to add organic coconut oil to the diet: it's good for your cholesterol. Although I'm rather impressed about this news, I'm definitely not surprised. I've been doing so much research on all the benefits of coconut oil, this is just another one to add to the long…
The heart surgery in India has become more and more advanced these days. Cardiothoracic or cardiac surgery as it is commonly known as is performed on the heart or the blood vessels to treat the ischemic heart problems or any other causality related to the heart. The first successful heart…
There is not a single in the entire history of genesis that is as rich with scriptural references as the Rudraksha tree. This tree itself is filled with spiritual myths and legends. The spiritual connotation of this magnificent tree cannot be understood without knowing the meaning of Rudraksha. Rudra means…
The meaning of "heart failure" is sometimes misinterpreted as - it is beating no longer and there's nothing that cardiologists can do in these circumstances. In reality, heart failure refers to a situation where your heart is not able to pump properly as it should be. Your body mechanisms depend…
A session being given at Euroanaesthesia this year is bringing attention to the need for improved skills in resuscitation. The presentation by Professor Bernd Bottiger explains how an effort to educate everyone from school aged children and older to perform resuscitation after a person has experienced cardiac arrest could save…
Patients who develop bluish bulging veins in their legs seem to suffer from varicose veins. People whose conditions are not serious don’t need much of a treatment, but if these thread-like bulging veins are causing you pain and discomfort, then there is need for treatment by a certified and experienced…
Doctors often assume that people who are faced with chronic conditions would prefer to be free from their disease and its symptoms even if it shortened their life. But, new Swiss based research may shock those doctors, especially when it comes to their geriatric patients facing certain types of heart…
Coffee, that magic elixir for millions has been vilified and glorified by the media and health experts repeatedly. One week it is dangerous and should be avoided at all costs. The next week, it should be consumed in great quantities because it can cure cancer, diabetes and nearly raise the…
Patients plagued with heart ailments suffer from a range of problems including heart rhythm concerns, problems related to the blood vessels, and even defects that one is born with which are known as congenital heart troubles. As far as the word heart disease is concerned, it’s used synonymously with cardiovascular…
Dyspnea is a condition that may worsen if patients panic or are fearful. If air flowing into and out of the lungs is hindered then that is a symptom of Dyspnea. Shortage of oxygen in the lungs is a symptom of dyspnea as well. Dyspnea is quite common among primary…
Spider veins and varicose veins develop due to a variety of factors. These are "not-so" serious health conditions still a major problem for those who to love see themselves spotless. How are spider veins and varicose veins different? Spider veins are typically thread-like small (color highlights - red, purple, blue)…
Is it possible to improve our health and increase our longevity by drinking red wine? Researchers and scientists across the board say "yes!" If this is indeed a scientific fact "which red wines are most beneficial to drink?"
The "French Paradox" was labeled by Professor Roger Corder in his studies…
Heart is strongly connected to our lives and how it works, but what if heart functions in an abnormal way. Such conditions of your heart might frighten you and you would be on the search for the top cardiothoracic surgeon in Hyderabad. Irregularity in your heart may also lead to…
Patients who are plagued with heart disease often complain of breathlessness or shortage of breath. It is caused by the reduced ability of your heart to fill and empty, thus creating more pressure on the blood vessels around your lungs. The most common indications of heart problems include exertion in…
Breathlessness is frequently experienced by many people often after running for a bus or even a jog around the park. Obese people are the worst affected. But the situation becomes alarming when shortness of breath becomes a regular affair irrespective of what you are doing- working, resting, or speaking. The…
We all know what the function of our heart is and how important it is. Without heart we cannot live. Just today, I read in the news paper about an operation performed on a baby girl of 15 minutes old, to fix a pacemaker on her heart because her heart…
A lot of people worry if they experience or have ever experienced palpitations. Palpitations are said to be related to stress and feelings of anxiety and panic attacks. So are palpitations dangerous.
A palpitation is when you experience a fluttering heart or a fast pounding heart rate that is in…
Patients having severe angina who are not always considered to be the right candidates for bypass surgery or angioplasty often benefit from External Counter Pulsation therapy. People suffering from congestive heart failure also have benefited immensely after undergoing the treatment. This non-invasive outpatient procedure is performed by physicians to reduce…
Apparently, there are three aspects that have come in the way of analyzing how stress can affect the human heart and they are
• the meaning of stress differ from person to person • some stress factors may seem to affect the heart more than others and • the response…
Modern life is so busy; it’s often very hard to find the time to pay attention to the emotional lives. There is a notion among many that emotional and physical are two different lives. No. these two are intertwined and depended on each other. And when it’s come to have…
Like all other body organs, our heart also needs constant supply of oxygen-rich blood for proper functioning. Angina is best described as chest pain or discomfort that occurs when there is a decrease in the supply of oxygenated blood to an area of the heart muscle. Now, it is not…
Cardiologists are one of the most sought-after doctors and a fine profession to pick up. They specialize in treating various heart diseases. Whether you are suffering from a heart ailment or looking for the perfect survival strategy to live a healthy life the heart doctors can guide efficiently. The cardio…
Heart Attack
The 25th of Sept 2011 is a day that I will never forget it was a day that completely changed my life forever it was the day I had a heart attack.
I am a 62 year old male and as fit as a fiddle. I used to…
We are seeing a big increase in health problems such as obesity, diabetes and heart disease in our society. A diet high in saturated fats and highly processed foods, combined with a more sedentary lifestyle is putting more and more people at risk of high cholesterol and blood pressure problems…
Patients suffering from angina get long-term relief if they opt for external counter pulsation (ECP) therapy. It’s true that this form of treatment is effective for heart patients but ECP is not suitable for all. This is a non-invasive and outpatient procedure in which air cuffs are placed on each…
If patients are indeed diagnosed with heart disease and blood vessel issues of some sort, then the treatment for such ailments combine medical testing, symptom review and physical examination. There are cardiologists who work as advisors to general physicians of patients while there are others who may be part of…
Nowadays, cardiac diseases are the major killers in human beings and sadly, India tops the list of having the maximum number of sufferers. This number is dramatically rising day by day and there are various reasons for this. Indian heart is overall more prone to heart ailments than hearts of…
The cardiology refers to various non-surgical procedures for treating cardiovascular diseases. Cardiologists use catheters that are flexible tubes to go inside the blood vessels and perform the diagnostic tests. They are also done to treat the damaged vessels or other heart structures. It avoids the need for any surgery.
In…
When bulged, twisted and bluish veins become visible through surface of your skin, the condition is known as varicose veins. Some people also develop a cluster of small thread-like structures, which are nothing but the minor form of varicose veins. It occurs more in women than men, and the causes…
Decades ago the average person was not aware of the dangers that lurk in foods filled with sugar, saturated fats and salt. Today’s modern society is enlightened and fully aware of foods that are bad for the body. This is why following heart healthy menus are a big part of…
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