Have you ever suddenly felt your heart racing, fluttering, pounding, or skipping a beat? Many people experience this sensation at some point and immediately worry: “Is this a heart problem?” These sensations are called palpitations — an awareness of your heartbeat that may feel unusual, stronger, faster, or irregular. The good news is that many …

Palpitations: When Are They Harmless and When Should You Worry? / Dr. Dhananjay Zutshi Read More »

Most people know that healthy eating, exercise, and avoiding smoking help protect the heart, But one important factor is often ignored — sleep. In today’s fast-paced world, many people sacrifice sleep for work, business, mobile phones, late-night entertainment, or stress. Sleeping only 4–5 hours a night may seem normal, but over time, it can silently …

Sleep and Heart Health: Why Sleep Deprivation Is a Cardiac Risk Factor | Dr. Dhananjay Zutshi Read More »

You have had a blood test, and the report has come back with numbers against LDL, HDL, triglycerides, and total cholesterol. Perhaps your doctor has said your cholesterol is ‘a little high’ and mentioned something about medication. Or perhaps everything looked fine but you want to understand what you are actually being tested for. Cholesterol …

Cholesterol Levels Explained: What Your Numbers Really Mean | Dr. Dhananjay Zutshi Read More »

Here is a fact that surprises many of my patients: up to 80% of heart disease cases are preventable. Despite being the world’s leading cause of death, heart disease is not inevitable. It is, in large part, a disease of lifestyle choices — and that means the power to change your trajectory lies firmly in …

How to Prevent Heart Disease: A Cardiologist’s Complete Guide | Dr. Dhananjay Zutshi (Cardiologist) Read More »

Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide — yet many people walk around for years without knowing they have it. One of the most dangerous aspects of cardiovascular disease is how quietly it can develop, often presenting with symptoms that are easy to dismiss as stress, aging, or a bad night’s sleep. As …

10 Warning Signs of Heart Disease You Should Never Ignore | Dr Dhananjay Zutshi (Cardiologist) Read More »

If your doctor has recommended a cardiac test, you may have come across two terms that sound similar but are actually very different: ECG (electrocardiogram) and echocardiogram. Patients often confuse the two — or assume one is just a shorter name for the other. They are not. An ECG and an echocardiogram measure completely different …

ECG vs Echocardiogram: What’s the Difference and Which Do You Need? Read More »