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Cholesterol in Children: What Parents Should Know
November 24, 2025, New Delhi Cholesterol isn’t just an adult concern—children can also face issues with high cholesterol and triglycerides, which are both types of lipids. While cholesterol is largely produced by the liver and appears minimally in foods, triglycerides come entirely from dietary sources. Understanding these fats is crucial for parents to support their child’s long-term heart health. Cholesterol travels in the blood via lipoproteins. LDL, or “bad cholesterol,” can accumulate...
Experts Say Eye Screenings Can Now Spot Early Indicators of Diabetes and Heart Disease
New Delhi | Nov 23, 2025 Eye screenings are no longer just about checking vision or treating cataracts. Experts at the Intraocular Implant and Refractive Society of India (IIRSI) conference said that modern ophthalmology can now detect early signs of serious health conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease, offering a window into overall systemic health. These advancements, powered by AI and improved imaging technology, are transforming how doctors approach preventive care. Dr...
India’s Rising Antibiotic Use Raises Serious Concerns, Experts Warn
New Delhi | November 20, 2025 India’s growing use of antibiotics has once again come under the spotlight as new studies and official reports highlight how easily these medicines are being accessed and misused. Health experts say the trend is worrying because it is speeding up antibiotic resistance — a crisis that makes common infections harder to treat and increases the risk of severe illness. Recent research, including findings published in The Lancet Regional Health – Southeast Asia,...
Kiwis and Mineral Water Can Help Relieve Constipation, New Study Suggests
New Delhi, November 16 — Constipation affects nearly one in ten people, and for many, it becomes a long-term issue that disrupts daily comfort and overall quality of life. Now, new research from King’s College London offers simple, food-based solutions that may help ease the problem. The study highlights that eating kiwis and drinking mineral-rich water can significantly improve gut health. According to a BBC report on the findings, magnesium oxide supplements may also reduce constipation...
Veteran Heart Surgeon Explains When Leg Swelling Signals Real Trouble
New Delhi | Nov 15, 2025 A seasoned cardiovascular expert with more than 25 years in the field has offered clarity on a question many people quietly worry about: when does swelling in the legs become a medical red flag? Leg swelling — medically known as edema — is fairly common and often harmless. But as heart surgeon Dr Jeremy London explained on November 14, there are circumstances where it reflects something far more serious. Swelling happens when fluid escapes from blood vessels and...
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