Atrial Fibrillation Forum - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM

Atrial Fibrillation Forum - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM A forum for discussing other health-related topics and information of general interest not directly related to AFIB. https://www.afibbers.org/forum/list.php?10 Thu, 14 May 2026 01:28:20 +0000 Phorum 5.2.23 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201323,201323#msg-201323 One Breath Pattern That Reverses 10 Years of Biological Aging Every Day https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201323,201323#msg-201323 www.youtube.com]
About the 12.00 min mark gets real interesting. Could it help AF ???
I just asked in the videos comments about helping AF.
Your biological age is not the same as your chronological age — and one specific breath pattern is the most researched tool we have for changing it.
Timestamps:
0:00 - The measurement that predicts biological age better than your blood test
4:23 - Telomeres, telomerase, and the Nobel Prize discovery
10:27 - Heart rate variability explained — the window into your cellular clock
13:26 - Polyvagal Theory: why vagal tone is a master aging regulator
19:28 - Baroreflex resonance: why six breaths per minute is not arbitrary
26:02 - Physiological sigh vs. coherence breathing — two completely different tools
33:13 - The glymphatic system and how breathing changes your nightly brain repair
37:22 - Evening session and the transition to deep restorative sleep
44:24 - What centenarians and Blue Zone populations share at the autonomic level
47:12 - What compounding looks like biologically over ten and twenty years]]> Todd GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sat, 02 May 2026 23:30:08 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201229,201229#msg-201229 Sleep Disorder Clinic https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201229,201229#msg-201229 Mark GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:07:49 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201180,201180#msg-201180 Shake Your Ears for 30 Seconds - The Results Will Shock You! Dr. Mandell https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201180,201180#msg-201180 Search it more. Auriculotherapy This came up in the search also Auriculot

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Did you know that a simple technique like shaking your ears can help stimulate your parasympathetic nervous system? In this video, we dive into how this practice activates the auricular branch of the vagus nerve, located near the ear and jaw. This powerful connection can help your body restore balance and healing, promoting relaxation and calming the nervous system.

Shaking your ears can have a profound effect on several areas of your health, including reducing stress and anxiety, improving sleep quality, aiding digestion, lowering blood pressure, and even offering relief from conditions like tinnitus and vertigo. By stimulating the vagus nerve, this technique enhances the body’s ability to heal itself, bringing a sense of calm and well-being.]]> Todd GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:03:53 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201119,201135#msg-201135 Re: New Cholesterol level change https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201119,201135#msg-201135

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Statin sales need a boost;)

I dont disagree with some statin use such as low dose 5mg for Plaque, but not signing up for 80mg. My chl has always run high, but I know for a fact it doesnt cause Plaque.]]> hwkmn05 GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:46:42 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201119,201124#msg-201124 Re: New Cholesterol level change https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201119,201124#msg-201124 Joe GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:33:30 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201119,201119#msg-201119 New Cholesterol level change https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201119,201119#msg-201119 hwkmn05 GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:34:33 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201033,201033#msg-201033 Pumpkin seeds https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,201033,201033#msg-201033 Sam GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:50:38 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,198963,200901#msg-200901 Re: Magnesium Threonate https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,198963,200901#msg-200901 joshua GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sat, 24 Jan 2026 19:28:11 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,200192,200211#msg-200211 Re: Over 60? These 5 Exercises Are Better Than Walking — Surgeon Approved! | Senior Health Tips https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,200192,200211#msg-200211 Have been doing quite a few of them for a few years now (almost 76 now), the video is a good incentive to add more.
Unfortunately, i find exercising sooo boring. Still, i keep walking for 1/2 hr/day with my weighted vest adding more weight over time (at 14kg now)
For bone health i do progressive weightlifting 2x/week - also very boring. Will get my bone density checked early next year to see if it is improving.]]> Joe GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Wed, 08 Oct 2025 23:34:52 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,200192,200203#msg-200203 Re: Over 60? These 5 Exercises Are Better Than Walking — Surgeon Approved! | Senior Health Tips https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,200192,200203#msg-200203
I kept waiting for a solicitation while watching the video and there was none.

I'm 88 y/o, a longtime determined walker that's has always felt that more walking is a pretty good solution to most all bone/muscle problems, but I'm learning it isn't.

After a new hip 2 years ago I've learned that physical therapy doesn't solve all those issues, in conjunction with walking or by itself.

A couple of those video exercisces are closely related to back/leg phydical therapy exercises; for example bird dog is pretty much the same.

I'm looking for feedback on possible replacing physical therapy by using this program.]]> ggheld GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Wed, 08 Oct 2025 13:13:29 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,200192,200192#msg-200192 Over 60? These 5 Exercises Are Better Than Walking — Surgeon Approved! | Senior Health Tips https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,200192,200192#msg-200192 FREE.
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SHOCKING STUDY: Walking May NOT Be the Best Exercise After 60 (Harvard Scientists Stunned)
Did you know that 94% of people over 60 are exercising WRONG? A groundbreaking 2024 Copenhagen study following 8,000 seniors just revealed that those who replaced walking with these 5 specific movements saw 89% better results while exercising 40% LESS. Yes, you read that correctly - LESS exercise, BETTER results!
In this video, you'll discover:
✅ The chair exercise that predicts mortality (if you can't do this, your risk triples)
✅ How to increase brain volume at ANY age (German scientists proved it's possible)
✅ The balance trick that makes your calves act as a "second heart"
✅ Why 58% of knee pain disappeared with THIS one movement
✅ The simple progression system that works even if you're completely out of shape
✅ Why these exercises take only 20-25 minutes, 3x per week vs. hour-long walks.
THE TRUTH NOBODY'S TELLING YOU: After age 60, you lose 3% of muscle mass every year. Walking alone CAN'T stop this. But these 5 exercises activate something called "mechanotransduction" - literally reprogramming your cells to act younger. One participant said: "I'm 72 and stronger than I was at 55!"]]> Todd GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:23:33 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,197894,200058#msg-200058 Re: vitamin store https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,197894,200058#msg-200058

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I'm actually not sure of the answer to that. We used to get a small benefit from it but since COVID we haven't seen any money come in. Not sure whether that's because no one here uses it or something glitched. I'm going to talk to iHerb on Monday and find out. In the meantime, buy them wherever you get the best price.

They give a referral code . Log in and see if it still exists..I buy food (gluten free) overseas that I can’t find here and use a referral code each time.]]> susan.d GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Mon, 01 Sep 2025 19:29:14 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199951,200057#msg-200057 Re: Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199951,200057#msg-200057
My o2 dropped to 70 when I came down with Covid. I had the same symptoms as you with my long covid.

I was taking Sotalol in 2022 with no problems. Perhaps it is the combination of taking Sotalol with another drug that caused Sotalol to become an inhibitor and remained longer before your enzymes could process it?]]> susan.d GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Mon, 01 Sep 2025 19:15:56 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,197894,199971#msg-199971 Re: vitamin store https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,197894,199971#msg-199971 marcelsullivan GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sat, 09 Aug 2025 19:59:58 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,198963,199970#msg-199970 Re: Magnesium Threonate https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,198963,199970#msg-199970 marcelsullivan GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sat, 09 Aug 2025 19:57:26 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199952,199960#msg-199960 Re: Treadmills - Without iFit https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199952,199960#msg-199960
Well next time . . . and during my upcoming ablation recovery period, it is outta here. Maybe a Sole F80 or F85.]]> Qwackertoo GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Tue, 05 Aug 2025 01:17:22 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199952,199952#msg-199952 Treadmills - Without iFit https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199952,199952#msg-199952
Looking at the Sole F80 maybe. Doesn't have the iFit. I think it should meet my needs. I prefer treadmill to walking around the neighborhood. Very hot here, weather days, dogs etc. I prefer to just walk inside these days.

Any good recommendations on a nice treadmill not over 2K? OR IF anyone has any tips to get rid of the iFit or bypass it. Yep, googled and googled, husband has managed to get past it a few times but IF the power flickers or goes out with weather or whatever, back to square one again. I think he is just "done" with it at this point. Although that too has happened and he tries again and is eventually successful. Time will tell. But this time I'm kinda done with it. I want it to work when I hit start and not go thru this every few months or so. Plus I will need it for my post ablation recovery phase. I tried a site today but eventually it led me to the credit card payment screen to ask a "technician" anything else.]]> Qwackertoo GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Mon, 04 Aug 2025 13:59:19 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199951,199951#msg-199951 Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199951,199951#msg-199951
I think if I remember correctly the bronchioles and either alveoli or alveolar spaces fill up with fibrous tissue like connective tissue, making things stiff & of course giving breathing difficulties. I learned about a good breathing app fr Geo.N. here but have not been doing my usual 5 minutes before bed bec it is harder to do now. When I inhale deeply it triggers a dry cough reflex, the same if I bend over or lie flat. I am wondering if anyone else has had this and has any experience they want to share.

I did see that certain medications can cause secondary organizing pneumonia and that it is harder to treat than the crypto kind. Well it turns out SOTALOL was on the list of meds that can cause it & in 2019-2020 when things - afib/flutter started for me -, they had me on a lot of this anti-arrhythmic. The first thing I told my cardiologist was that since he put me on it, I could not inhale deeper than about mid-sternum without getting a dry coughing spasm. Of course, as usual, he did not have much to say about my experience. I reiterated this many times over the years to deaf ears.

I am now thinking the sotalol started my lung problem, but why now, almost 5 years since being off of it, am I having more of a real problem. I am pretty healthy usually, only barely had Covid (fr home testing) for a day or so once, so that is good bec the more problems you have, the higher the chances of complications from any other diagnosis.

I made an appt almost 3 mo ago to see the same pulmonologist I saw in 2019, when I first started having this problem & was told x-ray only showed mild paraseptal emphysema then, no meds needed as I also passed the PFTs. He is harder to get in to see now as he is head of the hospital lung center and critical care, etc. In the meantime I have seen another pulmonary group. After a bad CXR & CT scan showing right middle lobe infiltrate vs consolidation, I had a bronchoscopy in hospital with several tests. I was cleared of any malignancy, infections, fungus, etc. (my mother died of lung CA in her mid 60s).

I have had a lot of struggles with the prednisone - was started on 40 mg ~4 1/2 wks, then was to go to 20 mg x4 wk but could not continue to tolerate these high doses, so was started 2 wk early on 10 mg which I am to be on til 6 mo of treatment completed fr start to finish. The higher prednisone made me way too hyper, shaky, insomniac, heart racy.... I am also without thyroid for 20 yr, so between that and my cardiac problems, I went to see my endo as well to coordinate care & temporary lowering of my thyroid meds. I still had the insomnia and all the other problems. Now, I have been on 10 mg prednisone x3 wks, & I feel like the walking dead. Only good thing is since I am tired all the time, I do sleep better. I am used to having a good deal of energy & did exercise a good amount prior to the 10 mg. It seems like a drastic taper to me - when will my adrenals adjust? Oh, on top of that, my dry cough has come back. They did not tell me if the repeat CXR had changed, as the 1st I had after the 40 mg of prednisone showed a 50% decrease in some areas.

I did not mention at the top of this, but concurrently the pulm dr put me on Spiriva for bronchitis. It is an anticholinergic and has a lot of the same side effects as the prednisone, but does not treat the cryptogenic organizing pneumonia. A couple of weeks ago he said I could stop it. I think that is the right thing to do now as all this medicine with similar awful side effects has made it all very difficult to get through. He did not say if he wanted me to restart it after getting through this.

I just wonder if anyone else has been through this or has any thoughts about it.

Thanks.]]> Madeline GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sun, 03 Aug 2025 22:36:18 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,198963,199834#msg-199834 Re: Magnesium Threonate https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,198963,199834#msg-199834 marcelsullivan GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:44:35 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199815,199815#msg-199815 How the Vagus Nerve Controls Aging – The Secret to Longevity! https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199815,199815#msg-199815 www.youtube.com]
In this video, we dive deep into the role of the vagus nerve in the aging process and its crucial influence on our health. As we age, our body undergoes many changes, and one of the most significant players in this process is the vagus nerve. But how does it impact aging, and why is it so important for keeping us healthy?
We explore the connection between vagal nerve dysfunction and increased inflammation, heart disease, and oxidative stress, key contributors to aging and age-related diseases. Learn how vagus nerve stimulation can help restore balance to the autonomic nervous system, reduce inflammation, and potentially slow down the aging process.

Key topics covered:
· How vagal nerve dysfunction impacts aging
· The role of the vagus nerve in regulating inflammation and heart health
· How oxidative stress and ROS contribute to cellular aging
· Understanding the vagal inflammatory reflex and its importance in the body’s immune response
· The connection between heart rate variability (HRV) and aging
· How vagal tone is a marker for health and longevity

The device he talks about is not available in the USA yet.]]> Todd GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sat, 05 Jul 2025 14:27:02 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199642,199722#msg-199722 Re: Shake Your Ears for 30 Seconds - The Results Will Shock You! Dr. Mandell https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199642,199722#msg-199722

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Try it. Its free.

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Did you know that a simple technique like shaking your ears can help stimulate your parasympathetic nervous system? In this video, we dive into how this practice activates the auricular branch of the vagus nerve, located near the ear and jaw. This powerful connection can help your body restore balance and healing, promoting relaxation and calming the nervous system.

Fold Your Ear Over... See What Happens to Your Body! Dr. Mandell
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In this video, we dive into a unique and simple technique involving your ears that can have unexpected benefits for your body and mind. By folding your ear over and stimulating key points behind your ears, you activate areas that may help improve your overall well-being. These techniques are designed to help you relax, activate the parasympathetic nervous system, and possibly experience relief from issues like stress, sleep problems, and even tinnitus.

Gave me a headache and the side of my face felt wired.]]> susan.d GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sun, 22 Jun 2025 03:35:37 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199719,199719#msg-199719 Detox Microplastics By 60% With This Simple Trick! https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199719,199719#msg-199719 www.youtube.com]
Donating blood lowers your micro plastics.
Donating plasma lowers it more.
AFers know about donating blood to keep iron levels at bay.
Dig a little deeper.]]> Todd GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:47:51 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199642,199653#msg-199653 Re: Shake Your Ears for 30 Seconds - The Results Will Shock You! Dr. Mandell https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199642,199653#msg-199653 Reminds me when i had a stiff neck and saw a GP who also does acupuncture. After being 'needled' for 20 minutes he asked me to turn my head and it was still restricted to one side. He began to 'fiddle' with a needle on my ear and it thought what the hell will that do. To my surprise my head turned in both directions freely after the procedure :)o]]> Joe GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Tue, 10 Jun 2025 04:06:39 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199642,199642#msg-199642 Shake Your Ears for 30 Seconds - The Results Will Shock You! Dr. Mandell https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199642,199642#msg-199642
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Did you know that a simple technique like shaking your ears can help stimulate your parasympathetic nervous system? In this video, we dive into how this practice activates the auricular branch of the vagus nerve, located near the ear and jaw. This powerful connection can help your body restore balance and healing, promoting relaxation and calming the nervous system.

Fold Your Ear Over... See What Happens to Your Body! Dr. Mandell
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In this video, we dive into a unique and simple technique involving your ears that can have unexpected benefits for your body and mind. By folding your ear over and stimulating key points behind your ears, you activate areas that may help improve your overall well-being. These techniques are designed to help you relax, activate the parasympathetic nervous system, and possibly experience relief from issues like stress, sleep problems, and even tinnitus.]]> Todd GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sun, 08 Jun 2025 21:18:41 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199598,199598#msg-199598 Rezum Treatment. https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199598,199598#msg-199598 Sam GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Tue, 03 Jun 2025 11:44:49 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199361,199564#msg-199564 Re: The Fastest Way to Get Omega-3s to Your Brain https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199361,199564#msg-199564 Sam GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Mon, 26 May 2025 13:58:50 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,197894,199380#msg-199380 Re: vitamin store https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,197894,199380#msg-199380 Sign up again. They have this referral program:
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Afibbers org gets something and readers here gets 10% off their first purchase]]> susan.d GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Fri, 25 Apr 2025 02:44:07 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199364,199364#msg-199364 Oncologist recommendation? https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199364,199364#msg-199364 susan.d GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:54:27 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199361,199361#msg-199361 The Fastest Way to Get Omega-3s to Your Brain https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199361,199361#msg-199361 www.youtube.com]
Kinda long winded and technical.

Omega-3s are essential for brain health, but most supplements—like fish oil—never actually make it to your brain. In this video, we dive into the real science behind omega-3 absorption and reveal why the form of your omega-3 supplement makes all the difference.]]> Todd GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sun, 13 Apr 2025 03:09:19 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199211,199211#msg-199211 Scientists May Have CRACKED the Code to REGROW Missing Teeth! https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,199211,199211#msg-199211 www.youtube.com]

Imagine a future where you can regrow missing teeth—no implants, no dentures, just your natural teeth growing back! Sounds like science fiction, right? Well, groundbreaking research from Toregem BioPharma, a Japanese biotech company, suggests this might soon be a reality! 🦷✨

At the center of this revolutionary discovery is USAG1, a protein that naturally prevents the body from growing extra teeth. Scientists have found a way to block USAG1 using a simple injection, allowing the body’s natural bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs) to kickstart new tooth growth.

Could there be an AF type protein doing something like it ?
Dig a little deeper.

USAG1 search
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Functions:

Bone Formation:
USAG1 inhibits bone morphogenetic protein (BMP) signaling, which is essential for bone formation. It does this by binding to lipoprotein receptor-related proteins (LRPs), preventing BMPs from interacting with their receptors.

Tooth Regeneration:
USAG1 is involved in the development and regeneration of teeth. It modulates Wnt signaling, which is necessary for tooth bud formation and development.
Kidney Function:
USAG1 is expressed in the kidneys and plays a role in regulating fluid and electrolyte balance.

Another video saying more about it..
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Missing teeth? Forget dental implants - scientists have discovered a revolutionary way to regrow your natural teeth! This in-depth exploration reveals how a new drug targeting the USAG-1 protein could transform dental healthcare. We break down the clinical trials, costs, and timeline for this groundbreaking tissue engineering advancement that's set to revolutionize dentistry by 2030.]]> Todd GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Mon, 10 Mar 2025 19:13:48 +0000