India, June 24 -- Heart disease rarely develops overnight. Instead, it often builds silently over the years, shaped by a combination of genetics, lifestyle habits and metabolic health. While symptoms may not appear until later stages, there are subtle warning signs and risk indicators that can offer valuable clues much earlier - some of which are simple enough to check at home. Understanding your risk can encourage timely conversations with your doctor, paving the way for early detection and preventive measures that could make a significant difference to your long-term heart health.

Dr Jeremy London, a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with over 25 years of experience, is drawing attention to a simple at-home test that may help asse...