 "Shefali Jariwala death: Anti-ageing treatment, excessive weight training can lead to cardiac arrest; expert EXPLAINS")
Shefali Jariwala’s sudden demise on Friday night due to cardiac arrest turned out to be shocking news across the nation. Her longtime doctor told ABP News that she was undergoing anti-ageing treatment for the last five-six years, further revealing that she didn’t have any serious heart condition either and always made sure to stay fit and healthy.
Reports also suggested that she was also doing excessive weight training along with anti-ageing treatment, which involved the use of Vitamin C and a drug called Glutathione.
Dr Swarup Swaraj Pal, Sr. Consultant Cardiovascular and Thoracic surgeon, Gleneagles Hospitals from Mumbai, has shared valuable insights on how anti-ageing treatment & excessive weight training can lead to cardiac arrest .
Excessive weight lifting, protein shakes, anti-ageing pills, and injections can cause cardiac arrest
According to various studies, excessive weightlifting puts too much strain on the heart, especially when done without proper rest or supervision. Some protein shakes contain added stimulants or steroids, which can raise blood pressure and heart rate. Anti-ageing pills and injections may contain hormones or chemicals that tend to disturb the heart rhythm. Hence, it is believed that these can increase the risk of heart problems or sudden cardiac arrest.
The major risks of heart attacks
Major risks of heart attacks are high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. Smoking, obesity, and a lack of physical activity also raise one’s chances of suffering from a heart attack. Moreover, stress and a family history of heart disease shouldn’t be overlooked. Unhealthy eating and excessive alcohol can also impact the heart and lead to a heart attack.
The body gives signals that we need to pay attention to
Remember that the body gives certain warning signs before a heart problem, like chest pain or tightness, shortness of breath, and sudden fatigue. Also, pain may spread to the arms, neck, or jaw. Apart from this, there can be other symptoms such as dizziness, cold sweats, or fainting. Ignoring these can land you in trouble. Hence, it is necessary to immediately consult the doctor after these signs are observed. Timely intervention is key.
On Friday night, Shefali was rushed to Bellevue Multispeciality Hospital by her husband, Parag Tyagi, but she was declared dead on arrival.
Lachmi Deb Roy is the Entertainment Editor of Firstpost, Network18. She reviews films and series with a gender lens. She is a 'Rotten Tomatoes' certified critic. Her interviews are called 'Not Just Bollywood' because she takes a huge interest in world cinema. She has been the winner of the prestigious Laadli Media and Advertising Award for Gender Sensitivity for two consecutive years, 2020 and 2021. OTT over theatrical releases is her preference unless and until it's a King Khan film. She takes interest in fashion, food and art reviews too.