No miracle cures for the heart
YouTube videos advocate easy, home-based remedies that not only promise complete cure, but also prevention of future heart problems. However, there’s little scientific evidence to support any of the claims. By Tej Kumar Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), an estimated 17.9 million people died from CVDs in 2019, representing 32% of all global deaths. Of these deaths, 85% were due to heart attack and stroke. Understandably, people are looking for solutions to heart problems. YouTube videos advocating easy, home...