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Non-HDL cholesterol is arrived at by subtracting a persons HDL level from their total cholesterol number. (Photo: AFP)

Intervening to reduce non-HDL cholesterol levels reverses signs of...

Studies reveal that early cholesterol treatment lowers heart disease risk.

4 Dec 2019 2:08 PM IST

Even after excluding diabetics from the study, diet soda consumption was still associated with the risk of dementia (Photo: AFP)

Sugar-sweetened sodas cause kidney diseases

People consume sugar-sweetened soda more likely to develop chronic kidney disease.

4 Jan 2019 4:19 PM IST

According to scientists, a better understanding of the genetic underpinnings of body fat distribution may lead to better treatments for obesity. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Obesity decoded

Genes linked to obesity identified, to help in understanding how genes can predispose certain individuals to obesity.

20 Feb 2019 3:56 PM IST

According to the researchers, people should keep dietary cholesterol intake low by reducing cholesterol-rich foods such as eggs and red meat in their diet. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Love eggs? Think twice

Daily consumption of eggs increases risk of heart diseases: Study.

17 March 2019 5:38 PM IST

The absolute risk of cardiovascular death in hypertensive staff increased in a stepwise fashion with each additional condition. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Work stress and improper sleep cause of cardiovascular death

Study proves that work stress and trouble sleeping is linked with risk of cardiovascular death.

29 April 2019 10:24 AM IST

The studied factors that could affect results, such as age, race, sex, diet and lifestyle, reasons for antibiotic use, overweight or obesity, other diseases, and medication use. (Photo: Pixabay)

Excessive antibiotics may cause cardiovascular disease

Prolong antibiotic consumption linked to greater risk of cardiovascular disease in women.

29 April 2019 6:01 PM IST

The cells are currently able to contract, but do not yet have the ability to pump. (Photo: AFP)

Medical breakthrough: First 3D print of heart with human tissues

Scientist's unveiled 'First' 3D print of heart with human tissue, vessels.

16 April 2019 9:43 AM IST

Blueberries and other berries should be included in dietary strategies to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. (Photo: Pixabay)

Keep heart disease at bay with blueberries

Eating blueberries every day good for heart.

31 May 2019 8:00 PM IST

The risk of cardiovascular disease increases with high blood pressure, a known consequence of excess caffeine consumption. (Photo: Representational/Pexels)

High alert for coffee lovers! Know your limit

Consuming too much of caffeine can be detrimental for your health.

13 May 2019 10:57 AM IST

There are evidences suggesting that radiation exposure may also lead to increased risks of hypertension, cardiovascular disease and cerebrovascular disease. (Photo: ANI)

Moderate dose of radiation increase risk of hypertension

Prolonged exposure to low-dose radiation could increase the risk of hypertension.

6 May 2019 9:31 AM IST

Although further epidemiological evidence is needed to confirm our findings, ideally through longitudinal studies, these data suggest that public policies aimed at reducing air pollution will greatly benefit cardiovascular health. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Hypertension on the rise in Indian women due to air pollution

Air pollution in India linked to increased hypertension risk in women: Study.

27 Jun 2019 10:27 AM IST

While more education also was associated with improved high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or good cholesterol, the researchers found that more education also was associated with a higher body-mass index (BMI) and total cholesterol. (Photo: Representational/Pixabay)

Extended years of childhood education reduces heart problems

More years of education may reduce heart disease risk: Study.

27 Jun 2019 10:16 AM IST