India, Nov. 28 -- If you indulged in a hearty Thanksgiving spread - rich gravies, salty canned broths, and generous helpings of festive favourites - you're not alone. But what many don't realise is that this holiday season is also linked to a surge in heart-failure cases. Heavy meals, hidden sodium, alcohol, and disrupted routines can place unexpected strain on the heart, especially for those already vulnerable. So if you notice certain symptoms after the celebrations, it's crucial to take them seriously and seek medical attention without delay.

Dr Dmitry Yaranov, a cardiologist and heart-transplant specialist with expertise in advanced heart failure and mechanical circulatory support, says Thanksgiving is the time of year when he most o...