ARBs are among the world’s most prescribed heart medicines, and the go-to alternative when ACE inhibitors cause a cough. Here is what an ARB does, what to expect while taking one, and how it protects your heart and kidneys.
It is one of the most common questions in the cardiology clinic, is it safe to drink? Here is a clear look at what the evidence shows, and what it means for your heart.
Fish oil supplements are widely taken, but the evidence is more nuanced than the marketing suggests. Here is what the research actually shows and who is most likely to benefit.
Iron deficiency is one of the most common and most overlooked problems in cardiac patients — yet it is highly treatable.
Rheumatic heart disease begins with an untreated strep throat and remains a leading cause of heart failure in young people across the developing world. Here is what you need to know.
Standard risk calculators often underestimate heart disease risk in South Asian and East Asian populations, and understanding why can help you take the right steps sooner.
The symptoms of heartburn and a heart attack can feel remarkably similar, but the stakes could not be more different. Here is how to tell them apart.
Sleep apnoea is one of the most under-diagnosed conditions, and one of the most treatable. Here is what to look for and why it matters for your heart.
Bisoprolol is one of the most prescribed heart medications in the world — but many patients have questions about what it does and what to expect.