JFH Blog
Heart health, made simple
Straightforward, science-backed reading on cardiac care, diabetes, and everyday habits — from Dr. Ravindra Kulkarni and the Just For Hearts team.
Why Does Blockage Recur After Removal? Understanding Diffuse Coronary Artery Disease
A 49-year-old engineer with two angioplasties in 10 years asks why blockage recurs. Diffuse Coronary Artery Disease causes multiple small blockages that progress rapidly and require lifestyle changes beyond stents.
21 December 2025
Ikigai and Lifelong Habits Every Doctor Recommends
Discover the lifelong habits inspired by Ikigai from Okinawa, Japan, that promote health, happiness, and longevity. Simple lifestyle changes can transform your life.
20 December 2025
Why Does Morning Sugar Increase in Winter?
Morning sugar often rises in winter due to physiological changes like cold stress, dawn phenomenon, reduced activity, poor sleep, night snacking, and dehydration. Understanding these helps manage diabetes better.
19 December 2025
Snoring Is Not Just Noise: Understand Its Health Risks
Snoring is not just noise; it may indicate low oxygen and heart strain. It can increase risks of Sleep Apnea, BP, Heart Attack, and Stroke. Learn key signs, tests, and treatments.
18 December 2025
Diabetes Worsens Not Because of Sugar, But Due to Wrong Timing
Diabetes worsens mainly due to incorrect meal and medicine timing, not just sugar intake. Proper timing can reduce sugar levels by 20–40 mg/dL without changing medicines.
17 December 2025
Do You Have to Take Blood Pressure Medicine for Life Once Started?
Many fear starting BP medicines, but uncontrolled BP damages vital organs. Learn when to start medicines, lifestyle changes, and how to manage BP effectively.
16 December 2025
Post-Dinner Walk Is Not Just a Habit, It's Essential
Post-dinner walk is essential for controlling sugar, Blood Pressure, and heart health. A simple 10-15 minute walk after meals improves metabolism, reduces fat storage, controls sugar spikes, boosts circulation, and aids digestion.
15 December 2025
Why Some Medicines Should Be Taken with Acidic Drinks Like Coca-Cola
Some medicines need an acidic environment to work well. Learn why doctors sometimes advise taking pills with Coca-Cola and safer acidic alternatives.
14 December 2025
Heart Disease Increases Not Due to Less Care, But Due to More Confusion
Heart disease increases not due to less care but due to more confusion and unnecessary stress. Minimalism in lifestyle helps reduce stress and improves heart health effectively.
14 December 2025
How India's NP-NCD Program Reduces Monthly Health Expenses
The Indian government's NP-NCD program offers free tests and medicines for chronic diseases, reducing monthly health expenses significantly for patients.
12 December 2025
Why Are Doctors and Nurses Blamed for Every Hospital Issue?
Many hospital issues are wrongly blamed on doctors and nurses, though they have no control over admin, insurance, or infrastructure problems. Learn what relatives should do to support treatment and avoid unnecessary pressure on medical staff.
11 December 2025
Heart Damage Does Not Happen Due to One Habit…
Heart damage does not occur due to a single habit but can be prevented by adopting the right daily micro-habits. Start these 10 heart-saving habits today for a healthier heart.
10 December 2025