Heart disease has become increasingly common in India. Small, repeated food choices can gradually influence inflammation, insulin resistance, visceral fat accumulation, and arterial health, sometimes without obvious warning signs. Dr Brijmohan Arora, a diabetologist from New Delhi, recently highlighted what he considers five major dietary mistakes that may raise the risk of heart attacks in an Instagram post. So, how strong is the scientific evidence linking the listed foods directly to heart attack risk? At the same time, chronic inflammation destabilises existing plaques, making them more likely to rupture and trigger heart attacks,” states Dr Hiremath.

Source: Indian Express March 13, 2026 09:11 UTC