Why stress can cause a stroke and how to prevent it
How much exercise do you need to do to reduce stroke risk? Kwan suggests 20 minutes of moderate intensity exercise each day. “Get on the rowing machine, do yoga or run – it doesn’t matter so long as it makes you puff. Pilates is good, too: there’s a direct relationship between strength in your 40s […]
How to exercise after a heart attack and blood clots | Health and Wellness News
It’s a misconception that those who have been diagnosed with blood clots in the heart or had a stenting procedure after a heart attack cannot exercise. But incorporating regular physical activity can benefit those who have a tendency towards developing blood clots and atherosclerosis (plaque deposits and clots that narrow down heart arteries and restrict […]
How to beat the big four diseases of ageing
Cancer Cancer can strike at any age, but the older we get, the more likely it becomes. “The two most common cancers of old age are breast and prostate cancers,” says Dr Richard Siow, the director of Ageing Research at King’s College London. “As we age, our cellular mechanisms reduce the clearance of damage within […]
How to lower blood pressure with simple exercises
High blood pressure, often known as the “silent killer,” can sneak up on us with little to no warning. It’s a significant risk factor for heart disease and stroke, affecting millions worldwide. However, the good news is that we can take charge of our blood pressure with simple exercises. Here are some effective, easy-to-do exercises […]
How to take care of the heart during summer season
Cardiovascular disease is one of the leading causes of death across all nations. The death count due to CVD has increased to 19.8 million in 2022 from 12.4 million in 1990. Not just family history, diabetes, high BP and cholesterol, lifestyle, aging, gender or smoking are causal factors, but exposure to increasing temperatures can also […]
Symptoms, causes and how to respond
According to Dr French, the differences between the two are very subtle with migraine sufferers also often experiencing temporary difficulties with speech and confusion during an attack. However, while the symptoms of a mini stroke tend to feature loss of sensory functions, many migraine symptoms involve sensory alterations which migrate their way down the body. […]
What is step test? How to use it to determine heart and lung health |
With the increase in cases of heart disease, especially among young adults, it is important to assess cardiorespiratory fitness. A recent study found that 40% young students failed to complete a cardiorespiratory fitness. The worrisome results were found by researchers from SBB College of Physiotherapy at VS Hospital. The study titled “Effect of physical parameters […]
How to stop snacking and develop healthy eating habits
Put protein first Protein is “thermogenic”, which means it requires the body to expend more energy digesting it than it would with other, more processed foods. That makes you less likely to feel hungry after a protein-based meal. But eating it before the other food on your plate might also help keep you full too. […]