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Radiofrequency rolls back the clock
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 26/08/2014
» No matter our body shape, skin tone, diet or exercise plan, our skin elasticity eventually loosens, collagen lessens and it becomes harder to lose certain pockets of fat. Although this may be true, fret not, there's a new technology with a solution. The US FDA-approved Venus Legacy tightens the skin, reduces cellulite, wrinkles and fat lumps in treated areas painlessly. It's currently available in only two countries — the US and Thailand.
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When the heart fails
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 10/06/2014
» Heart failure can be caused by many types of heart disease, and the condition itself can affect other organs. Heart failure is a condition, not a disease. It is when the heart fails to meet the body’s requirement and it can be caused by a number of reasons. These include:
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Digital X-ray and your heart
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 24/06/2014
» We have seen many advertisements talking about high-speed digital X-rays recently. Some claim that you can now check your heart’s health without needing an invasive diagnostic procedure, known as cardiac catherisation angiogram, which involves an injection of a radiopaque substance directly into the arteries of the heart.
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Out with the old, in with the new
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 13/05/2014
» Today’s patients and their relatives are smarter than ever, with the internet at their fingertips to answer their every question, anywhere, anytime. In the past, medical knowledge was only present in medical journals, but later articles were published in magazines and newspapers, making it easier for doctors and patients to find out about new innovations and findings.
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Detox your heart, but not with poisons
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 06/05/2014
» Detox is all the rage now, but many people don’t know what it really means. Detox is short for detoxification, which means to remove toxins from the body.
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Take a deep breath, meditate and pet a dog
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 11/03/2014
» Stress can lead to all sorts of illnesses, especially heart disease. Of course, we can’t avoid feeling stressed out from time to time, but it is important to learn how to cope with it.
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Practice makes perfect to subdue a stroke
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 25/03/2014
» Research has shown that high triglyceride (another blood lipid apart from cholesterol) levels might contribute to strokes in women. An easy way to reduce risk a stroke that may cause weakness of your arms or legs is to keep your triglyceride levels within a healthy range by avoiding sugary foods and alcohol. The same research said that high levels of triglyceride plays a bigger role in causing strokes in women than other well-known factors, such as high cholesterol.
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The power of soy
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 18/02/2014
» A balanced diet is vital for the body, whether you are a sports player, recovering from an illness, or just looking to maintain good health. However, each person needs different nutrients based on their activities, age, weight, height and strength.
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The heart and blood pressure
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 05/11/2013
» Many of my patients who have high blood pressure have asked me with great concern whether they will have heart disease. I can't answer for sure. High blood pressure is just a factor that contributes to the possibility of developing heart disease. Usually, it causes the artery walls to harden, leading to myocardial infarction. However, high blood pressure is not a permanent curse and it can be lowered easily.
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When myocardial infarction strikes, time is of the essence
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 03/09/2013
» Over the past week, three patients came to see me because of myocardial infarction. Their ages ranged from 30s to 40s.
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