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World Heart Day 30 percent heart patients also undergo kidney problems, says Dr Deepak Dewan, Regency Superspeciality Hospital, Lucknow

Oct 1, 2020 by Gouri Achary 0 Comments #Dr Abhishek Srivastava, #Dr Deepak Dewan, #Lucknow, #Regency Superspeciality Hospital, #World Heart Day

On the occasion of World Heart Day, Regency Superspeciality Hospital, Lucknow organized a digital Press Conference in which Dr Deepak Dewan, MD, DM (Nephrology), Director Renal Sciences said that heart and kidney diseases often go together and the patient suffering from any of these two often undergo Cardiorenal syndrome (CRS), an umbrella term that defines disorders of the heart and kidneys.

The conference was moderated by Dr Abhishek Srivastava, Consultant-Critical Care Anaesthesia & Emergency Medicine, Regency Superspeciality Hospital, Lucknow. People with chronic heart failure who also have kidney disease are at a substantially higher risk of early death. And among people with chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular problems end up causing death in almost half.

“Kidney takes almost 0.2 per cent of the total body weight and kidney pumps 20-22% of purified blood to the body. That indicates kidney and heart are very closely related. When there is a problem in the kidney, it impacts your heart and vice versa. This is called as a cardiorenal syndrome. Both kidney and heart failure are of two types. Those patients who have a kidney problem, their chances of having cardiovascular issues increases three times than patients who do not have a kidney problem. Similarly, those who have heart problem they are 30 per cent prone to kidney problem,” said Dr Deepak Dewan, MD, DM (Nephrology), Director Renal Sciences Regency Superspeciality Hospital

Unfortunately, India with a population of 1.34 billion people, doesn’t have a widespread awareness on cardiorenal syndrome despite it’s being quite prevalent. Both kidney and heart disease patients share two of the main causes – diabetes and high blood pressure. So, the management of them is a must. Keep your blood pressure below 140/90 and control your blood glucose if you have diabetes.

It has also been seen that the medications used to treat kidney and heart diseases often causes a negative impact on each other. It’s very important to have a delicate dosage so that your ailment gets cured without affecting other organ. Another important part of treating kidney disease and heart disease includes living a healthy lifestyle.

“With the COVID 19 outbreak negatively impacting healthcare access and mobility, Doctors and healthcare experts are concerned that delayed diagnosis and interruptions in treatment are resulting in many preventable deaths and the worsening prognosis for cardiovascular patients. There has been a significant drop among patients reporting for any cardiovascular problems as people are postponing hospital visits until it is absolutely unavoidable. Disruptions in travel and transport have further prevented many people from smaller towns and rural areas from reaching hospitals for treatment. Notably, heart disease is responsible for one in four deaths in India today with ischemic heart disease and stroke responsible for more than 80% of this burden. People need to take preventive actions by adopting a healthy lifestyle and have a diet rich in fruits, vegetables. Also, Heart patients should be in touch with their doctors to continue their treatment through online consultations and must not delay hospital visits for regular checkups. People can also opt for superfoods which have been available to us traditionally like Ginger, Garlic, Pepper, Tulsi etc to boost their immunity” Ms Amritah Sandhu, Founder- Director, CareIndia- Wellness Pharmacy.

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In corona pandemic World Heart Day is a necessity to celebrate every day in every house in India!!

Sep 29, 2020 by Gouri Achary 0 Comments #common cold, #COVID-19, #Dr. Mahesh Ghogare, #World Heart Day

Mumbai- In this indescribable time, intact India is in trouble, 80 % of medical facilities and frontline workers (Corona Warriors) are putting their lives on the line each day, and they go out to battle the common enemy Coronavirus (Covid-19). Today every heart patient lives in fear. If I get infected then what will happen with me? On the occasion of World Heart Day (29th September 2020), we must try to understand, if you or anyone else has pre-existing cardiovascular issues and how coronavirus poses certain, increased risks owing to the same.

Dr. Mahesh Ghogare Senior Cardiologist, International Associate Member of American College of Cardiology, Fellow Vascular Interventions from Terna speciality Hospital & Research Centre, Nerul said, “Primary, the oxygen levels in the body will naturally fall when infected with a respiratory sickness and then, the inflammatory nature of COVID-19 will cause a drop in blood pressure. Naturally, the heart will have to beat and pump harder; in both scenarios in order to supply oxygen to the body. This can become serious in cases with cardiovascular issues. The aged people are most vulnerable and this is even more so in the case of elderly people with cardiovascular disease. The same applies to pregnant women. Patients with serious heart problems like heart failure dilated cardiomyopathy; to name a few, are at highest risk. So we have to understand this is an anxious time for everyone and on this occasion of World Heart Day, I would like to say we must celebrate World Heart day at our home not only today but every day to cope with the uncertainties surrounding a pandemic that none of us was prepared for only a few months ago. So eat well, regularly and healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly at least for 15 to 20 minutes, use virtual methods of socialising. Most people that get COVID-19 have a mild viral illness including sore throat, cough and aches and pains and a fever, but some people (up to 5%) develop a chest infection/pneumonia. We are not yet certain if people with heart conditions are more likely to get a chest infection with COVID-19, but it is likely since they do get chest infections with other viruses like the flu”

We don’t know yet. The current research shows that most people who have recovered from COVID-19 infection have antibodies to the virus in their blood. However, it remains unclear whether all COVID-19 survivors develop strong enough antibodies to protect them from catching the virus another time. There is ongoing research to find out more about antibodies and immunity to COVID-19.

Furthermore, there are examples of viruses, like flu and the common cold, which can be caught more than once because of the way the virus changes over time. We won’t know for a while whether this can happen with COVID-19. Therefore, even if you have recovered from a COVID-19 infection, please continue to take general protective measures such as social distancing, using a face mask and washing hands frequently and appropriately to prevent infection especially heart patients, added by Dr Mahesh Ghogare, Senior Cardiologist from Terna speciality Hospital & Research Centre.

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&TV artists say ‘Ek Svasth Mann Toh Tandurast Jeevan’ on World Heart Day

Sep 26, 2020 by Gouri Achary 0 Comments #&TV artists, #Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai, #Ek Svasth Mann Toh Tandurast Jeevan, #World Heart Day

Every year, World Heart Day is celebrated to spread awareness about heart disease and stroke prevention. On this occasion, &TV artists – From Bhabiji Ghar Par Hai, Angoori Bhabi (Shubhangi Atre) and Vibhuti Mishra (Aasif Sheikh); Pappu (Manmohan Tiwari) and Mahua (Sambhavna Seth) from Gudiya Humari Sabhi Pe Bhari, Daroga Happu Singh (Yogesh Tripathi) from Happu Ki Ultan Paltan, Devi Parvati (Vidisha Srivastava) from Kahat Hanuman Jai Shri Ram, and Ushma Devi (Ratan Raajput) from Santoshi Maa Sunaye Vrat Kathayein share their healthy heart secrets, following the core belief of Ek Svasth Mann Toh Tandurast Jeevan. Aasif Sheikh (Vibhuti Mishra) shares, “I thoroughly believe in this proverb – ‘Health is Wealth’. Apart from following a healthy diet accompanied with cardio exercise, it is equally important to keep your heart in check regularly and monitor the cholesterol levels regularly. A step that you take towards your heart is a step you take towards your whole body.” Yogesh Tripathi (Daroga Happu Singh) says, “It is believed that Laughter is the best medicine. We all lead a very stressful life. While I do make it a point to eat right, but at the same time, I also focus a lot of keeping stress at bay. A good, hearty laugh relieves physical tension and stress, leaving your muscles relaxed and boosts your immune system.” Adding to this, Sambhavna Seth (Mahua) comments, “Dancing is my passion, and it also helps me stay healthy and fit. It is a fun way to burn calories and keep your heart healthy. Also, eating healthy is a must; a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can increase important cholesterol-lowering compounds.” Ratan Raajput (Ushma Devi) comments, “World Heart Day is a reminder to stay true to myself and the decisions I have made in life. Right from practising yoga daily to eating healthy, I have reaped significant heart benefits. It aids in reducing stress and anxiety, which can lower heart rate and blood pressure while lowering the risk of heart disease. In addition to this, I also believe that acceptance of who you are playing an important role in reducing stress in the long run.” Shubhangi Atre (Angoori Bhabi) shares, “It is crucial to unwind and destress. I work out and even dance as it helps in raising the heart rate and gets the lungs pumping. Apart from this, activities like crocheting and cooking help in relieving stress, which ultimately results in maintaining a healthy heart.” Manmohan Tiwari (Pappu), shares, “Apart from the annual check-ups and fibre rich diet, I like to go for a run in the morning every day. It is not only a great way to stay in shape but also increases your stamina and endurance, along with keeping your health healthy.” Vidisha Srivastava (Devi Parvati) adds, “For healthy heart, I eat healthy food that is low on cholesterol and high in nutrient value. While food plays an important factor, I also do power yoga, as I believe that even the heart needs exercise.”

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Embrace a healthy heart with Almonds this World Heart Day

Sep 23, 2020 by Gouri Achary 0 Comments #cardiovascular diseases (CVD), #MadhuriRuia, #Ritika Samaddar, #Sheela Krishnaswamy, #World Heart Day

September 2020: Every year, World Heart Day is celebrated on the 29th of September, to raise awareness around cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and how they can be prevented. World Heart Day is a reminder for people across the world to stop and assess lifestyle choices for them and their family while acknowledging the need to take strict steps to ensure the safety of their health against this morbid disease.

Research has suggested that due to the inherent genetic makeup Indians are more vulnerable to heart diseases. Thus, with cardiovascular diseases becoming a serious health concern amongst many Indian households, dietary and lifestyle modifications can play an important role in bringing about a change and reducing risk factors for better heart health. As people across the world adapt their lifestyles to accustom to this new sense of normal, taking care of our health is more important than anything now. The first step in achieving better heart health is by making heart-healthy food choices. Adding a handful of nuts like almonds to your family and your daily diet is a good starting point, as they contain a host of nutrients, make for a healthy snacking option, and can also help add to your heart health.

Sheela Krishnaswamy, Nutrition and Wellness Consultant, emphasized on the need to eat right. She said, “Heart health should be a continued area of focus for individuals with an emphasis on making proactive, long-term lifestyle changes. To keep your heart healthy, it’s important to keep your weight under check, among other things. A 2015 study showed that snacking on 42 grams of almonds, on a daily basis, reduced the central adiposity (belly fat) and waist circumference that is well-established heart disease risk factors. The study also suggests that regular snacking on almonds helps in significantly lowering LDL cholesterol. Almonds are a great snacking option as they are a good source of protein and fiber that promote a feeling of fullness and also help in managing weight.”

With heightened levels of stress that people across India and the world are experiencing right now, snacking is at an all-time high. According to Ritika Samaddar, the Regional Head-Dietetics, Max Healthcare – Delhi, “Cardiovascular disease (CVD) accounts for 28% of all deaths in India, more than any other cause. As people across India adapt to this new sense of normal, and many are also experiencing high levels of stress – which is a key CVD risk factor. Many clinical studies amongst Indian populations specifically suggest that almonds can be beneficial in helping to manage heart disease risk factors. In addition, according to a recent UK study, participants who had been replacing typical snacks with almonds saw improved measures of Heart Rate Variability in response to mental stress, which is a key indicator of optimal cardiac health and function. So be sure to include a daily dose of almonds to your diet, to aid in a stronger and healthier heart.”

Eating a well-balanced diet offers one of the simplest, most effective ways of reducing not only the risk of heart disease but addressing other health concerns as well. A nutritious diet includes eating a variety of foods, moderating the intake of certain foods and drinks, and controlling the amount of food and calories that are consumed. A balanced diet can help reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol and blood pressure, as well as by helping in weight loss.

MadhuriRuia, Pilates Expert, and Diet & Nutrition Consultant, said “Overeating, lack of exercise, unhealthy snacking habits are a few factors that can contribute to heart diseases. Past research indicates that almonds can be beneficial in helping to manage certain heart disease risk factors. A recent study also highlighted that the inclusion of 45 gms of almonds as part of a healthy diet may help in reducing dyslipidemia, a condition marked by high LDL-cholesterol and triglyceride levels and low HDL cholesterol levels, which is known to be one of the most important risk factors for CVD among Indians. Thus, at an individual level, incorporating small changes in our lives like working out regularly, and switching to healthy snacking habits like eating a handful of almonds every day instead of unwholesome snacks, can be simple steps towards maintaining a healthier heart.”

So this World Heart Day let’s pledge to be healthier with the goodness of almonds!