Tag: Hypertension

Do Not Hate Mud; It Has the Healing Power As Effective As Medicine

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In early days mud is used to rinse hair or scrubbing body. Including these, now in every naturopathy centers mud is used in various ways for healthily and glossy skin. This important natural element is the rich source of minerals which is very necessary for human health. It also absorbs toxins and prevents several diseases. It is used for cooling and relaxing the body as it has the power of moisturizing for a long time. Mud is associated with Earth – one of the five elements of nature. Mud has immense healing…

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World Diabetes Day 2017: 8 crucial ways to control your blood sugar levels

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Diabetes is the general term used for conditions which lead to an increase in glucose levels in the blood. Though a dangerous disease with a proper diet and lifestyle change, you can control your blood sugar levels. Eating at right time, appropriate amount with a balance carbohydrates, fats and proteins with fruits is essential. (Source: Thinkstock images) A disorder of high blood sugar levels, diabetes is spreading its wings to include about 70 million people in India, both in the urban and rural areas. The serious condition exposes patients to…

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High BP can cause organ damage in teenagers too

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The damage in teenagers occurs at blood pressure levels that are below the clinical definition of hypertension in the age group. Teenagers are at risk of heart and vessel damage as well. Is your teenage son or daughter suffering from high blood pressure? Beware, if left uncontrolled the condition can lead to organ damage as in adults, according to a research. The findings showed that organ damage — damage to the heart and blood vessels — from high blood pressure does not only occur in adults, but also in teenagers.…

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Blood Pressure, Diabetes and Smoking Problems During Middle Age May Lead to Dementia Later

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According to a latest study, those in their 40’s and 50’s who have cardiovascular health risk factors, and are also regular smokers, are at a higher risk of dementia. Middle-aged people with diabetes and high blood pressure beware. According to a latest study, those in their 40’s and 50’s who have cardiovascular health risk factors, and are also regular smokers, are at a higher risk of suffering from dementia in later in life. According to the findings published in JAMA Neurology, the chances of dementia increased significantly, with age due…

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MYTHS ABOUT DEPRESSION THAT ARE NOT TRUE

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Depression is a mood disorder that drains you off hope, motivation and energy and keeps you in a consistent feeling of sadness. Clinically, there may be a wide range of causes for depression ranging from disturbed sleep, hormones, inheritance, brain chemistry or biological differences. ? Depression is much more common than we think and most of us will have some form of depressive illness  at least once in our lifetime. Here Are Some Myths About Depression That Are Totally Baseless: Ⓜ MYTH : DEPRESSION IS NOT AN ILLNESS, BUT A STATE…

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Magnesium Deficiency – 5 Signs You Are Suffering From It!

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By Dr. Praveen Chaudhary Magnesium is one of the most abundant mineral found in earth, and a good 60 percent of all the magnesium in the body is stored in your bones. A small percentage is also present in your blood and this nutrient is beneficial for healthy bones and in regulating blood pressure. It also enables proper nerve functioning, good blood circulation, strong immune system and a healthy heart. Magnesium deficiency can lead to a number of ailments including hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, chronic back pain, etc. Asthma is also widely…

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4 Ways French Fries and Other Fast Foods Can Destroy Your Health

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Regular consumption of fried potatoes (commonly enjoyed as French fries) has been linked to an increased risk of death. Junk foods are called ‘junk’ for a reason. They are basically food items that contain no nutrition and become a source of empty calories that may lead to unnecessary weight gain which increases the risk of other lifestyle diseases like hypertension, high cholesterol, heart problems and diabetes. It may be comforting to indulge in cheesy, fatty or sugary foods, once in a while, but given the surge of fast food chains…

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Suffering from high blood pressure? Here are some natural remedies that can help, sans side effects.

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By Anusuya Suresh   <img width=”600″ height=”320″ src=”http://st1.thehealthsite.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/blood-pressure1.jpg” class=”attachment-full wp-post-image” alt=”news-diseases-blood-pressure-treatment-THS” /> Hypertension is a serious condition that can have a large number of ill effects on your body. Not only can it lead to heart disease, angina and strokes, but in severe cases can even lead to death. If your doctor has been asking you to keep a tab on your blood pressure levels, then along with your medications you can try some of these home remedies to help keep hypertension in check. GarlicGarlic has been found useful in patients…

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On World Heart Day, here are the 7 deadly S sins you need to pay attention to; smoking, sugar and more

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By- Nikita Bhalla Keeping your heart healthy and happy is something you can totally manage. All you need to do is make sure you are aware about these seven commandments and keep a close tab on them. Heart disease is the number one killer in India and claims about 7 million deaths per year, nationwide. By the year 2020, heart diseases are projected to become even more prominent as the population ages steadily. More recently, it has emerged from statistics that even younger generation or young-adults are becoming increasingly prone…

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Expert says consumption of maize good for disease management

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Monday, 5 September 2016 DiabetesExpert says consumption of maize good for disease management An expert has revealed that consumption of maize was good for the management of diabetes and obesity in both children and adult A Nutritional Biochemist, Dr Ochuko Erukainure, said on Sunday that consumption of maize was good for the management of diabetes and obesity in both children and adult. Erukainure, a Senior Research Officer at the Federal Institute of Industrial Research (FIIRO), Oshodi, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos that maize was one of…

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