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Understanding Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know for a Healthier Heart

By BINDHULATHA HARIKUMAR -
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  Understanding Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know for a Healthier Heart Blood pressure is essential to cardiovascular health and maintaining it within a healthy range is crucial to reducing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other serious medical conditions. With millions of people worldwide affected by hypertension, or high blood pressure, understanding the basics of blood pressure, its implications, and how to manage it is more important than ever. This article will dive into what blood pressure is, why it's important, how you can maintain healthy levels, the latest medications for controlling hypertension, and common FAQs to clear up some of the confusion around this vital topic What is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the force exerted by circulating blood against the walls of the arteries as the heart pumps it around the body. It’s measured in millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) and is expressed in two numbers: 1.   Systolic Pressure: The higher number represents
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Dealing with Melasma: Skincare Tips for Flawless, Even-Toned Skin

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  Dealing with Melasma: Skincare Tips for Flawless, Even-Toned Skin Melasma, also known as "chloasma" or the "mask of pregnancy," is a common skin condition that causes brown or grayish patches, typically on the face. It mostly affects women and can lead to distress due to changes in skin tone, especially on visible areas like the cheeks, forehead, and upper lip. While it’s not harmful, the impact on a person's appearance can lead to emotional and psychological distress. The good news is that melasma can be managed and sometimes reversed with the right skincare routine and treatment options. In this article, we’ll dive into melasma, explore commonly used treatments in allopathy and Ayurveda, and answer frequently asked questions about the condition. What is Melasma? Melasma is a hyperpigmentation disorder characterized by dark, irregularly shaped patches on the skin. It occurs due to the overproduction of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color. Me
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Bell's Palsy Explained: What You Need to Know

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  Bell's Palsy Explained: What You Need to Know Bell's palsy is a condition that can strike suddenly, leaving those affected with paralysis or weakness on one side of the face. Often misunderstood, it causes anxiety due to its resemblance to more severe conditions like a stroke. In this article, we'll explore Bell's palsy in detail, covering its symptoms, causes, treatment options, and recovery process. We'll also answer five of the most asked questions to help you understand this condition better. What is Bell's Palsy? Bell's palsy is a neurological disorder that affects the facial nerve (cranial nerve VII), responsible for controlling the muscles of the face. This condition leads to temporary paralysis or weakness on one side of the face. Most cases resolve over time, but the duration of recovery varies from person to person. Named after Sir Charles Bell, the Scottish anatomist who first described the condition in the 19th century, Bell's palsy
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