Blood
It is a constantly circulating fluid within the body that provides nutrition, oxygen to all the organs of the body. It is composed of various types of cells and proteins that are suspended in it. This makes blood thicker than pure water. It is composed of mainly three types of cells – red blood cells (transportation of oxygen), white blood cells (fight infections) and platelets (help blood clot). Every human has about five liters of blood within his/her body which is constantly replenished over a period of time. Another main constituent of blood is plasma which makes up about half the volume of blood. It contains a protein that helps in clotting blood and transporting nutrients amongst other functions. Blood is transported through the body via blood vessels such as arteries, veins and capillaries.
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Posted By
ANI, July 22, 2019 at 10:40am
According to a study published in the journal of Clinical Investigation, high blood glucose activates an enzyme known as protein kinase A (PKA), which increases calcium channel activity and constricts blood vessels.
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If you are vegetarian and is suffering from low blood pressure, here are some of the vegetarian foods that may help you. Read on to know about them.
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Grief is a natural human emotion to any kind of loss. But, if allowed to fester, it can cause serious health problems. Read on to know more.
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Posted By
IANS, July 21, 2019 at 10:40am
According to a study published in the journal Circulation, exercise regimens during space flight, followed by saline injections after landing, are sufficient to prevent low blood pressure from occurring.
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Here, we tell you about certain fruits that can potentially increase your blood platelets.
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Taking a bath every day is a done thing. But very few people shower at night. Here, we tell you why you should also start taking a bath at night.
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Vitamins are good for health. But if you have diabetes, it can save your life. Read on to know how different vitamins can help you control this health condition.
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You might think that high blood pressure is an adults-only disease. But it can affect teenagers too, says research. Here, we tell you how it can strike and what you can do to counter it.
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IANS, July 02, 2019 at 10:59am
Study finds those with vitamin D deficiency from birth to early childhood may be at higher risk of elevated systolic blood pressure.
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Read on to know the ways to bring your blood sugar level to normal.
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For patients with a cardiac condition, it is ideal to practice yoga under a trainer. In this exclusive article by by Dr Santosh Kumar Dora, Senior Cardiologist, Asian Heart Institute, we talk about the heart health benefits of yoga. Happy International Day of Yoga!
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Posted By
IANS, June 18, 2019 at 08:52am
According to a study published in the Journal of Neuroscience, hypertension causes stiffening and elasticity loss in blood vessels, which hinders the clearance of waste molecules from the brain.
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Blood donation is a noble act that can save the lives of millions all across the world. Today, on World Blood Donation Day, here is all you need to know about this global campaign, its significance and other important facets of blood donation.
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As we celebrate World Blood Donor Day today and encourage more people to donate blood and save lives, we share with you how the donor also benefits from this process.
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Posted By
IANS, June 14, 2019 at 09:06am
According to a new study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, obese four-year-old kids have a doubled risk of high blood pressure by age six.
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Nowadays, you will find inulin, a soluble dietary fibre, in many packaged foods and beverages. We tell you why it is the choice of food manufacturers and nutritionists.
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While a new study suggests that eating plant-based foods can decrease your chances of developing type 2 diabetes, we explain how exactly this diet helps people living with this condition.
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Measure by a sphygmomanometer, blood pressure is considered as normal when it is below 120 mm Hg systolic and 80 mm Hg diastolic.
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Measure by a sphygmomanometer, blood pressure is considered as normal when it is below 120 mm Hg systolic and 80 mm Hg diastolic.
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Posted By
IANS, June 07, 2019 at 08:31am
According to a recent study by the researchers from the Tokyo Medical and Dental University in Japan found that blood pressure in 94 participants who consumed unsalted tomato juice dropped significantly.
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