What happens if you eat avocado every day for 2 weeks? Harvard gastro doctor breaks down the effectEating an avocado daily for two weeks can positively impact heart health by improving cholesterol balance and supporting cardiovascular fun...
17 Apr, 2026, 09.57 AM IST
Common kitchen ingredient found directly linked to short life expectancy, research finds. Which foods to avoid?A large study published in the European Heart Journal has found that regularly adding extra salt to already prepared meals may be linked to...
14 Feb, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
Want a stronger heart? A top cardiologist says this is the best dinner you can eatDiet has a significant role in protecting heart health, along with exercise, stress reduction and healthy routines. Cardiologist Kunal Lal,...
13 Dec, 2025, 11.29 PM IST
Just 5% do this! Study finds a surprising habit that could slash your Blood PressureSalt substitutes may be an easy way to lower sodium consumption and support heart wellness, yet research indicates that their use remains r...
09 Dec, 2025, 11.20 PM IST
High blood pressure diet: Five must-avoid food items to manage hypertension and whyHypertension, a silent killer affecting millions, poses significant risks for cardiovascular disease, kidneys and stroke. Managing high blo...
31 Oct, 2025, 11.06 AM IST
Apollo doctor warns: 3 common medicines that can cause dangerously low blood sodium level in the bodyDr. Sudhir Kumar, senior neurologist at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, has warned that three commonly prescribed medications—thiazide diureti...
29 Oct, 2025, 05.11 PM IST
Love to eat cheese? Dr Pal breaks down the truth you should know before your next biteCheese, a globally cherished food, offers both flavor and nutritional value, says Harvard-trained Dr. Pal. While some varieties support gut...
13 Sep, 2025, 12.01 PM IST
New study finds how 'chutki bhar namak' is raising the risk of hypertension, stroke, heart and kidney diseases in IndiaA recent study by ICMR-NIE reveals that Indians consume excessive salt, increasing the risk of hypertension and related diseases. To combat...
14 Jul, 2025, 04.02 PM IST
Are Indians consuming excess salt leading to increased risk of chronic diseases? ICMR launches study to address glaring issueScientists at National Institute of Epidemiology say high salt intake increases risks of serious diseases. They launched a community study ...
13 Jul, 2025, 12.46 PM IST
Water alone won’t cut it, experts share smart tips to stay truly hydrated all dayAs temperatures rise, experts emphasize that staying hydrated involves more than just drinking water. Balancing water intake with electroly...
04 Jul, 2025, 01.57 AM IST
You can control both BP and diabetes with one diet. New study offers a game-changing fixA new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine introduces the DASH4D diet—a modified DASH plan tailored for people with type 2 diabetes. T...
27 Jun, 2025, 05.02 PM IST
Bananas over salt? Study finds potassium more effective at lower blood pressureA fresh research hints that raising dietary potassium—by including bananas and broccoli in meals—could be more beneficial for blood pressur...
16 Apr, 2025, 12.51 AM IST
Cutting down on salt intake as good as medicines for high BP: StudyA recent study published in JAMA suggests that reducing salt intake can be as effective as commonly prescribed medications for managing hig...
28 Nov, 2023, 04.55 PM IST
Consumption of too much salt can increase the risk of high blood pressure. What to watch out forHigh blood pressure is a risk factor for heart disease and stroke, a major cause of illness.
13 Apr, 2022, 08.57 AM IST
How small change in your salt intake can have a large impact on your healthHow difficult it is to avoid consuming too much salt? Many experts maintain that the safest approach is an overall reduction in sodium leve...
14 Oct, 2021, 08.22 PM IST
Do you binge on salty treats? Stop now, it can result in bloatingBloating features a buildup of excess gas in the gut.
01 Jul, 2019, 06.23 PM IST
Don’t pass the salt, please. How this ingredient is more harmful than you knowWhile we need the normal sodium level in our blood for our bodies to function well, it is the added salt which leads to many lifestyle dise...
16 Jan, 2018, 12.27 PM IST