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7 Ways to Combat High BP

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American Heart Association (AHA) defines high blood pressure (BP) or Hypertension as a blood pressure level “higher than 130 (systolic) over 80 (diastolic) millimeters of mercury (mmHg)”. As high blood pressure can lead to a number of health complications, it is important to keep it under control. Here are 7 ways in which you can combat high BP, naturally, without the use of medication. Shed the Extra Pounds Increase in blood sugar levels is often directly associated with an increase in body weight. Therefore, losing the extra weight can goRead More

Getting Tested for Diabetes

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Anyone who experiences the symptoms of diabetes should be tested for the disease so that, if diagnosed, it can be kept in control and within limits to prevent complications. The most common and telling symptoms of diabetes are: Polyuria – frequent need to urinate Polyphagia – increased thirst Polydipsia – increased hunger Even if you do not experience any of these symptoms, if you have any related risk factors (including obesity, heart disease, a family history of diabetes to name a few), it is best to have yourself tested onceRead More

Know Thy Kidney

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The kidneys are a pair of organs, located on either side of the spinal cord, in the lower-back region. These small organs play a significant role, filtering blood and removing toxins from the body. These toxins are then sent to the urinary bladder, from where they are expelled through urination.   Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) When the kidneys are damaged, it brings down their efficiency in filtering waste and unwanted fluids from the body. This is referred to as Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD). There are 5 stages of CKD, fromRead More

Are you Overweight or Obese?

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The terms “overweight” and “obese” both refer to persons whose body weight is greater than what is considered normal or healthy for their height and age. However, they both do not mean the same thing. While being overweight is definitely not ideal for health, being obese is an extreme case of overweightness and can put the person’s health, and even their life, at risk. Main Causes of Excess Weight A person weighs more than required due to the fact that the body is not effectively burning fat, is storing moreRead More

8 Ways to Prevent Diabetes

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Change your Ways, Minimise your Risks There are three types of diabetes, namely Type 1, Type 2 and Gestational diabetes. While Type 1 diabetes (also known as juvenile diabetes) and Gestational diabetes (occurring in a small percentage of women during pregnancy) are not preventable, Type 2 diabetes – the most commonly prevalent form of the disease –  is preventable. Type 2 Diabetes is a condition where the body gradually reduces/stops the secretion of insulin, or  where the cells in the body become resistant to the insulin produced. While it isRead More

8 Ways to Live Beyond Heart Failure

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Heart Failure refers to the health condition where the heart no longer pumps adequate blood to meet the body’s needs – either because it doesn’t fill itself with enough blood or because it isn’t strong enough to pump blood throughout your body efficiently. In some cases, heart failure may be caused due to both these reasons. Although the term ‘Heart Failure’ itself may sound scary, it is possible to continue living a healthy life despite being diagnosed of this condition. Here are 8 simple things you can do every dayRead More