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Sleep patterns have a strong influence on blood pressure (BP). Several studies have demonstrated the association between short sleep duration and increased risk of developing hypertension (HTN). Even a half-an-hour delay in the onset of day-to-day sleep is associated with a 30% increase in the risk of HTN. This has been corraborated by data from […]

Higher cost and adverse events associated with pharmacotherapy for Alzheimer disease (AD) has led to an increased interest in understanding lifestyle factors, which can help prevent or delay dementia. The 2024 Lancet Commission reported that up to 45% of the dementia cases could be prevented by modifying 14 risk factors across the life course, including

Fractures due to low bone-density (osteoporosis) are a major cause of morbidity and disability in older people and can lead to premature death. Smoking is the single most important preventable cause of disease, disability, and death. Smoking is associated with increased risk for fractures as well as fracture-related mortality in men.1 Smoking may result in

Artificial light at night (ALAN) from digital screens, street lighting, and household sources (called nighttime light pollution)  has become an unavoidable environmental exposure in modern urban settings. Clinical evidence shows that ALAN disrupts circadian rhythms, impairs sleep, and causes stress, which are associated with increased risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) in the long-term.    Though it was

Aging, a complex biological process, is linked with a decline in metabolic health characterized by impaired glucose regulation and functional abilities of older adults. Amongst the factors that influence metabolic health and longevity, diet plays a vital role. A well-balanced diet rich in nutrients such as micronutrients, antioxidants, soluble fibers, and proteins can promote physical

Sleep and diet are determinants of cardiometabolic health and hold immense public health relevance as modifiable lifestyle factors. Studies have shown that insufficient sleep often leads to unhealthy dietary patterns, resulting in higher energy, fat, and sugar consumption. Little is known about habitual dietary intake and its impact on sleep quality. Epidemiological studies have shown

Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) is a group of metabolic disorders with insulin resistance and central obesity as the underlying basis. The main components of MetS are elevated fasting glucose, abdominal obesity, low levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, elevated triglycerides, and hypertension. Metabolic syndrome is a significant risk for cardiovascular disease and diabetes and poses a significant

Indian diet largely comprises carbohydrates, mainly white rice, milled whole grains, and added sugars. While these foods are affordable and culturally preferred, they often lack fiber, protein, and essential nutrients. Such high-carbohydrate, low-protein patterns coupled with low levels of physical activity are now being linked to rising rates of diabetes and obesity across the country.

Sleep plays a vital role in the regulation of metabolism, modulation of immune function, brain waste clearance, and memory consolidation. Sleep disturbances are common in older age, and increasing evidence shows a complex relationship between sleep and dementia. The relationship between sleep and very early changes in brain health, before the symptoms of dementia set

Regular consumption of soft drinks, which are sources of added sugars are linked to adverse outcomes of obesity, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer [1]. Observational studies have also connected the dots of frequent consumption of sugar sweetened beverages to poor mental outcomes, including depression [2]. A new multicenter analysis from the Marburg–Münster Affective