From “Hridayapoorvam” to real hearts: a friendly guide to heart transplantation (and why Mohanlal’s new film matters)

Onam 2025 brought a very “from-the-heart” release to theatres: Hridayapoorvam, directed by Sathyan Anthikad and headlined by Mohanlal. Early reactions call it a warm, feel-good family drama—and its core tracks the life of Sandeep, a...
August 28, 2025 11:45 pmCalf Muscles – The Heart’s Silent Partner in Circulation

When we think of heart health, our focus often shifts to the heart muscle itself — the organ tirelessly pumping blood through our body. But the story of circulation is not complete without acknowledging a...
August 10, 2025 12:21 amThe Silent Climb: Why High Blood Pressure Often Goes Unnoticed Until It’s Too Late

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is one of the most common chronic conditions worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, an estimated 1.28 billion adults aged 30–79 years globally have hypertension, with a large majority...
July 22, 2025 6:22 amYour Heart Beats Over 100,000 Times a Day: The Lifeline You Rarely Notice

A Miracle at the Center of Your Chest Without asking for your attention, your heart beats more than 100,000 times a day, circulating life through your body. That’s about: The fact that your heart never...
July 14, 2025 12:53 pmCoronary Heart Disease (CHD): The Silent Strain on the Heart

Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) is one of the leading causes of death worldwide—and in India, it’s on a sharp rise, especially among people under 50. Despite being largely preventable, CHD continues to grow due to...
July 3, 2025 7:27 amGrandpa’s Clinic: The Science Behind a Skipping Heart (Arrhythmia)

Episode 5: “When the Heart Skips a Beat — Grandpa Iyer Explains Arrhythmia”A Story from Nellikka.life [Scene: Arjun and Dr....
June 28, 2025
Heart to Heart: A Conversation About Cardio Exercises and Cardiac Health

Dr. Krishnan, a senior cardiologist, welcomes his long-time patient, Mr. Ravi Menon, for a routine follow-up. What follows is a...
June 16, 2025