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From the desk of Dr. Nandita Shah...
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A friend of mine was completely fit at 75. Then, quite suddenly, he began to feel unwell. At the hospital, they discovered extensive blockages. Surgery was no longer an option, and within just a few days, he passed away. Almost no warning. And, by then, almost nothing could be done.
Another patient, aged 60, began experiencing breathlessness while walking. An angiogram revealed a 90% blockage in one artery, and bypass surgery was advised immediately.
And then there is another story. A 72-year-old woman who has followed the SHARAN lifestyle for nine years began experiencing episodes of breathlessness. She saw a cardiologist, who found that her heart was fine. A pulmonologist diagnosed an allergy. Her health reports are better than they have ever been. Reassuring.
Three people. Three very different stories.
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for an estimated 19.8 million deaths every year. The frightening thing about heart disease is that it can remain silent for years. Sometimes, a heart attack or stroke is the first sign that significant disease is already present.
But this does not mean the disease happens overnight. The beginnings happen in childhood and adolescence and progress as we age. Our everyday choices contribute. That’s the good news! We have power over this disease our entire lives. And we can prevent it from ever happening.
So, this World Heart Day, don’t wait for a warning. Your heart is worth looking after—every single day.
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Delhiites, meet Dr Nandita Shah and get ready to shop for a green Diwali at Ekatva
SHARAN is happy to partner with India’s largest green festival, Ekatva, in Delhi on 24th & 25th October at Sunder Nursery. Explore 100+ conscious, artisanal and homegrown brands, sample exciting food from 25+ stalls, experience live music and performances, participate in 16+ immersive workshops, discover wellness practices and engage with artists, creators and voices shaping a more thoughtful future. SHARAN members have a special discount code too. Click here for more details.
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“Heart Disease is a Toothless Paper Tiger!” – Dr Caldwell Esselstyn
29 Sept 2026: This World Heart Day, Dr Shah has a special talk on Heart Health. In case you missed it, register here for the recording to take your heart health into your own hands.
Recipe - Sprouts Salad with Peanut Sauce
Level up your fibre quotient with this simple yet tasty salad which can be made in minutes once you have your sprouts handy.
Ingredients
- 2 cucumbers, chopped
- 1 cup green moong (green gram) sprouts
- ½ cup bean sprouts
- 1 green or red pepper, cut in thin strips
- 2 tsp roasted peanuts, crushed
- 2 tbsp raisins
- 1 tbsp dill leaves, for the garnish
- 3-4 tomato slices, for the garnish
For the Peanut Sauce
- 1 cup roasted peanuts, powdered
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp red chilli powder
- 1 tsp date paste
- ½ tsp soy sauce
- ½ cup water
- Unrefined salt to taste
Method
For the peanut sauce, in a saucepan, dry sauté the garlic until lightly roasted. Add the soy sauce, date paste, chilli powder, water and bring to boil. Add the peanut powder and stir on low heat. Add salt to taste. Allow to boil until you have a thick consistency. Turn the heat off and allow to cool.
Place all the salad ingredients in a bowl and mix (except the items for garnish). Add a few tablespoons of the sauce and mix well.
Serve the salad garnished with dill leaves and tomato slices.
Note
The remaining peanut sauce may be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Serves 2-4
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10 things you can do for your heart
Cardiovascular disease can bring not only illness, anxiety and loss of quality of life, but also enormous financial costs for individuals and families. The good news is that most of the factors that increase cardiovascular risk are within our control.
1. Don’t smoke—and avoid second-hand smoke
Tobacco is a major cardiovascular risk factor, and there is no safe level of exposure to tobacco smoke.
2. Make movement a daily habit
Have a regular exercise routine. Walk, cycle, swim, practise yoga or choose any activity you enjoy—and make it part of your daily life. Physical inactivity is an important risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
3. Reduce inflammation-promoting lifestyle factors
A healthy diet, regular physical activity, adequate sleep and avoiding tobacco, and chemicals can all contribute to better cardiovascular health.
4. Minimise unnecessary exposure to environmental pollutants
Air pollution is recognised as an environmental risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Where practical, reduce your exposure to polluted air and other unnecessary environmental contaminants.
5. Manage stress
Find ways to slow down, reconnect with yourself and build moments of calm into your day. Meditation, breathing practices, time in nature and meaningful relationships can all help create a healthier lifestyle.
6. Minimise added and saturated fats
Excess saturated fat can raise LDL cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. Saturated fat is found in foods such as butter, ghee, dairy, eggs and meat. Free fats like oil should also be avoided. Dietary fat leads to thickening of the blood, and narrowing of arteries.
7. Eat plenty of fibre
Dietary fibre actually aid in keeping the blood thin and flowing. It is naturally found in whole plant foods such as vegetables, fruits, beans, lentils, whole grains, nuts and seeds.
8. Stay adequately hydrated
Make adequate water intake a regular part of your day.
9. Sleep well
Give your body enough time to rest and recover. Good sleep is an important part of a healthy lifestyle.
10. Know your numbers and seek help when needed
Regular health checks can help identify risk factors such as high blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol before they become a crisis. If you would like guidance on lifestyle and nutrition, consult a SHARAN doctor or nutritionist even before you face a problem.
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| What is SHARAN? |
Sanctuary for Health and Reconnection to Animals
and Nature (SHARAN) is a social enterprise with
the goal of spreading awareness about holistic
health and an ecologically sustainable and
compassionate lifestyle.
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| Compiled & Edited by: |
This newsletter is compiled by SHARAN Head of Mumbai, Reyna K Rupani. She facilitates the Six Weeks to Health Gain & Weight Loss program and also conducts health talks for schools, groups, corporates and more.
Sep 2026 | Issue: 278
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