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.
Mind Not Calm, Sleep Not Coming? Try This Simple Solution
Feeling stressed or struggling with sleep? Discover how calming music can be a simple, low-cost, and safe solution to reduce stress hormones, improve sleep, and stabilize your heart rate without medicine.
18 March 2026
We Changed... But What Exactly Did We Lose?
Reflecting on a 1960s Mumbai photo, we ponder how small lifestyle changes have led to significant health issues. From walking to sitting, home-cooked meals to processed food, and stable routines to constant screen time, these shifts have quietly impacted our metabolism, leading to conditions like…
17 March 2026
Oxidative Stress: The "Smoke" Produced During Energy Generation
Learn about Oxidative Stress, the "chemical smoke" produced during energy generation in your body. Understand how lifestyle factors contribute to its increase and its impact on your cells and overall health.
17 March 2026
A Pattern in the ICU
Sometimes, a critical patient in the ICU suddenly starts talking to long-deceased loved ones, often a warning sign of impending deterioration. While science offers explanations, some experiences remain profound and unexplainable.
17 March 2026
LPG Cylinder Delays? Maybe It's Time to Try OMAD (One Meal A Day)!
Considering OMAD (One Meal A Day) due to current circumstances? Learn what it is, its potential benefits like improved insulin sensitivity and weight loss, and important precautions. Always consult a doctor, especially if you have Diabetes or Heart conditions.
16 March 2026
Mitochondria: The Energy Factories of Cells
Mitochondria are the energy factories inside our cells. When they malfunction, energy production drops, leading to oxidative stress and increased inflammation, which underlies many lifestyle diseases.
16 March 2026
Why Heart Attack and Chest Pain Cases Increase During Sorghum Harvest Season
Sorghum harvest season often triggers increased heart attack and chest pain cases due to sudden physical strain, especially in those with borderline coronary arteries.
15 March 2026
What is Inflammation?
Inflammation is the body's defence response to infection, injury, or metabolic stress. Chronic inflammation is linked to many diseases like Diabetes and Heart disease.
15 March 2026
Sunday Is Not for Health, Use It for Your Mind
Use Sunday not just for physical health but for mental well-being. Limit technology, spend time alone, walk in nature, value real conversations, and make leisure time meaningful.
14 March 2026
Changing Nature of Complaints in OPD Visits
Patients in OPD nowadays report complaints that don't fit typical diseases but reflect lifestyle and mental stress. These signals urge us to slow down and balance life.
13 March 2026
Some Fear Sugar Levels of 200-300, Others Wait Until 940
Some fear sugar levels of 200-300 mg/dL, while others wait until it reaches 940 mg/dL before seeking help. Understand the seriousness of Diabetes.
13 March 2026
Understanding Type I and Type II Errors in Heart Attack Diagnosis
A patient with chest pain was admitted suspecting a Heart attack. It turned out to be acidity, illustrating Type I and Type II errors in diagnosis.
12 March 2026