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Eating to fight stress
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 04/11/2014
» Many of us reach for fatty, sugary food when we are under stress or having a tiring day. Even the strictest eaters can slip from time to time. Don't feel bad or blame yourself — it's our hormones at fault.
Staying healthy by better controlling diabetes
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 21/10/2014
» Those with diabetes always wish to be completely cured of the disease. Exercise and a healthy diet can alleviate the symptoms of type 2 diabetes, or may successfully treat it, depending on the disease's severity and duration and one's genetics.
How low should your cholesterol level be?
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 19/08/2014
» Many patients have asked me whether low cholesterol is good. This is a difficult question to answer because cholesterol is important for some cells and hormones, so if its low, it could be unhealthy. However, we also know that if the cholesterol level is high, it can lead to hardened and narrowed arteries, which could cause heart disease and paralysis.
Medicine to avoid after heart failure
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 05/08/2014
» Heart failure is a condition in which the heart can't pump enough blood to meet the body's needs. The heart's job is to supply blood to the rest of the body, so when it cannot work well, fluid is retained in organs and there is an insufficient blood supply.
Staying healthy is a full-time job
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 22/07/2014
» Annual health check-ups have become quite a norm these days, and many companies and health insurance companies usually offer them to their employees or insurees. The aim is to detect any problem at an early stage, because the sooner a condition is found, the easier it is to treat.
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:
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.
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.
Snoring to your heart's content
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 07/08/2012
» Your sleep can greatly affect your heart's health, especially if you are always having trouble getting a good night in.
Heart of the matter
Life, Dr Nithi Mahanonda, Published on 17/01/2012
» This is one of the most frequently asked questions I come across because a lot of people are concerned about heart disease. Interestingly though, many people don't even know where the heart actually lies. Most people believe it's between the lungs, on the left side of the chest. But in fact it lies in the middle of the chest, very slightly to the left.