Dr Sudarshan Ballal, Chairman, Manipal Health Enterprises Pvt Ltd, says heart diseases are becoming common across all age groups with the most being in their 30s and 40s. He attributed the primary reasons to stress, lack of exercise, and unhealthy food habits apart from excessive smoking and drinking. Dr Ballal addressing journalists and health professionals […]
Postmenopausal women who consumed more plant-based protein have a lower risk of premature death, cardiovascular disease, and dementia-related death, according to a study published online in the Journal of the American Heart Association. Researchers compared types of protein intake with mortality for more than 100,000 post-menopausal women from the Women’s Health Initiative. Those who consumed the most […]
At a Glance A study found that a diet high in added fats, fried foods, processed meats, and sugary drinks was associated with a greater risk of sudden cardiac death, while a Mediterranean diet was associated with a lower risk. The findings provide evidence that adopting a healthier diet may decrease the risk of sudden […]
