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World Hypertension Day: Ways to control high blood pressure without medication

Manage Stress: Practice stress-reducing techniques like meditation, deep breathing exercises, yoga, or mindfulness to help lower stress levels and reduce blood pressure.
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Published on May 17, 2024 12:32 pm IST

Blood pressure measurement at home: 7 rules for an accurate BP reading

Not so long ago, blood pressure measurements were considered "accurate" only if they were done by a doctor but not anymore as these days, there is evidence to recommend that routine home BP measurements are as good and probably better than those made in a doctor's office however, for an accurate BP reading, some rules have to be followed. In an interview with Zarafshan Shiraz of HT Lifestyle, Dr Kaushal Chhatrapati, MD DM, FACC FSCAI FESC, Senior Interventional Cardiologist, highlighted those rules - 
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Published on Nov 23, 2023 07:00 am IST

Yoga to improve cardiovascular health, lower blood pressure, avoid heart disease

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) account for 31% of total global deaths, making them the leading cause of mortality worldwide and these diseases encompass a range of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels, including coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease and rheumatic heart disease, among others. In addition to factors such as diet and lifestyle, stress plays a significant role in heart health but experts claim that Yoga and spirituality serve as powerful tools to reduce stress and worries in life. In an interview with Zarafshan Shiraz of HT Lifestyle, Himalayan Siddhaa Akshar, Founder of Akshar Yoga Institutions, shared, “Yoga, being a holistic science that cultivates mindfulness, enables positive changes in various aspects of one's physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Numerous studies worldwide highlight the vital role of mindfulness in promoting overall health.” 
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Updated on Nov 13, 2023 12:44 pm IST

Natural measures to treat varicose veins

Often due to the loss of elasticity in the veins of the body, the blood travels backwards and gets the veins swollen. This leads to varicose veins – enlarged, swollen twisting veins usually blue or dark purple in colour. Some of the reasons for varicose veins are obesity, pregnancy, lack of exercise and heredity. Nutritionist Anjali Mukerjee shared a few natural measures that can help in treating varicose veins.
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Published on Aug 30, 2023 03:30 pm IST

Ways to lower blood pressure: Nutritionist shares tips

Often people discover that they have high blood pressure. High blood pressure can be dangerous for the health. In order to lower it naturally, we need to take care of the diet and lifestyle we are living. "Research shows that a person having a high sodium diet is prone to have high blood pressure. People who are overweight or diabetic are also prone to it. Individuals who smoke and drink excessively tend to have high blood pressure," wrote nutritionist Anjali Mukerjee as she shared a few tips.
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Published on Aug 17, 2023 05:00 pm IST

Relationship between smoking, drink and blood pressure

Smoking and drinking alcohol frequently are considered to be two harmful habits that can affect the body and cause irreversible damage with time. In order to maintain good cardiovascular health, we must be mindful of such unhealthy habits and quit or limit them as much as possible. “Smoking has ill effects both on blood pressure and the heart. While you may find alcohol relaxing, it only aggravates the problem. Remember - balance is the key to good health,” suggested Nutritionist Anjali Mukerjee.
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Updated on Apr 01, 2023 05:15 pm IST

How to control high blood pressure naturally: Nutritionist shares tips

“The exact cause of high blood pressure remains a mystery, but you may be prone to it if you are overweight, have high cholesterol levels, if you are a smoker, experience high levels of stress, drink excessive alcohol, if you eat a lot of carbs and sit for too long (without movement or exercise) and if you are genetically prone to it,” Nutritionist Anjali Mukerjee noted down a few possible causes of high blood pressure. 
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Updated on Mar 03, 2023 04:17 pm IST

Health tips to control visceral fat

Visceral body fat, is the fat that gets stored inside the belly and surrounds all the vital organs like liver, pancreas, intestines etc. The fat stored underneath the skin is known as subcutaneous fat. “As Indians, we have an increased tendency to have central obesity”, says Dr. Aparna Govil Bhasker, a bariatric surgeon at Mumbai's Saifee Hospital. A typical Indian person walking on the road will be thin all over except for a protruding paunch. This is also known as apple shaped body or android obesity. Excess abdominal fat or visceral fat is an independent predictor of risk factors for diseases like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, dyslipidemia, and other components of the metabolic syndrome. 
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Updated on May 25, 2022 04:20 pm IST

World Hypertension Day: Eat these foods to control blood pressure

Many factors can lead to hypertension from excess salt in the diet, very little potassium, high intake of alcohol, too little physical activity and too much stress. Overtime, increased blood pressure can lead to several health problems like enlarged heart, damaged blood vessels, kidney failure, heart failure and vision loss. In an interview with HT Digital, Dr Meghana Pasi, Nutrition Consultant MyThali program, ArogyaWorld talks about the foods that help manage blood pressure in summer season.
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Updated on May 17, 2022 11:38 am IST

Easy tips to manage blood pressure at home

Taking timely medication once diagnosed and regular health check-ups are important to manage hypertension. Dr Bipeenchandra Bhamre, Cardiovascular Surgeon, Sir H N Reliance Foundation Hospital and Lilavati hospital, gives tips to manage blood pressure at home.
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Published on Aug 19, 2021 06:26 pm IST
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