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Re: can Famotidine trigger an afib episode? - 1 year ago

For those who also have heartburn/GERD issues, there is an archived report titled, "No More Heartburn" that gives a variety of tips gleaned from various books on the topic. Along with afib, I also struggled with heartburn until I began following the tips I learned about from the referenced books.. Many years later, I remain GERD free but I still use a digestive enzyme

Re: Sulfur-containing amino acids and their metabolites in atrial fibrosis - 1 year ago

Yes - Marco... Thanks for these. Important to know about the benefits of Taurine and glad to see you referencing these studies. About 20 years ago, I offered a post on this topic... and since then, many reports have been published. Here's the original.... plus more in the archives. Jackie

Re: Fish Oil & Atrial Fibrillation - 1 year ago

Fish Oil & Atrial Fibrillation - 1 year ago

CLINICAL UPDATES Fish Oil & Atrial Fibrillation Very high-dose fish oil has been shown to increase the risk of atrial fibrillation, a heart rhythm problem. A new study suggests why. Get the details in the Concerns and Cautions section of our Fish Oil Supplements Review. PS... sorry, just saw there is a similar clip in the General Forum. Jackie

Re: 5 Harmful Myths About Food's Effect On Heart Health - 1 year ago

Thanks, Gordon... your comments prompted me to search the topic online ... Lots there... This graphic is an easy checklist.

Re: 5 Harmful Myths About Food's Effect On Heart Health - 1 year ago

Carey - I understand about Mercola. He's been around a very long time and often, much of what he would claim seemed, at the time, outlandish and incorrect. Then, years later, facts would come out that indicated he was accurate. I agree with your habit about buying farm-raised fish. It just makes sense to be 'aware' of the potentials for sourcing of foods as some may be ri

Re: https://www.naturalhealth365.com/who-declares-popular-artificial-sweetener-possible-carcinogen - 1 year ago

Thanks, Sam. I agree. Obviously, complicated. Check this: Be well, Jackie

https://www.naturalhealth365.com/who-declares-popular-artificial-sweetener-possible-carcinogen - 1 year ago

Awareness alert/reminder to check labels if you use products that contain artificial sweeteners. Jackie

Re: Fasting? - 1 year ago

Before my initial ablation in 2003, and early-on in my Afib journey, I learned that one potential ‘trigger’ for me was becoming hypoglycemic… either because I had gone too long between meals…or because the last meal included dessert and, with time, there was the ‘lag’ in glucose content that often set off an AF event. That motivated me to severely limit sugars and it definitely helped … until i

Re: Vitamin D Study - 1 year ago

Also.. It's very important to take Vitamin K2 MK7 along with Vitamin D to help insure Vitamin D absorption for bone health. I posted long ago about being severely vitamin D deficient, yet didn't know because I wasn't tested for vitamin D in spite of having the common deficiency symptoms. When I consulted with a practitioner of Functional Medicine who did comprehensive diagn

Re: 5 Harmful Myths About Food's Effect On Heart Health - 1 year ago

It used to be – long ago, that most all fish were considered safe to eat. That’s changed over the years and now there are many warnings and reports on the risks of eating farm-raised fish. Here’s a general search result And one that targets farm-raised specifically. Just a few of many. Jackie

Re: All about natto food on YouTube - 1 year ago

Good natto info resource, Dean. Thanks. This link also provides a quick, easy to read summary of the properties and benefits of natto. Jackie

Re: Gastrocardiac Syndrome - 1 year ago

Thanks, Dean - This is well done. Recently, there was another post on reflux and associated problems such as stimulating afib and that prompted me to post the link to a post from long ago titled No More Heartburn because back then, which was many years ago, I had gastric issues including heartburn which was tracked to lack of adequate stomach acid. Once that was identified and managed by

Re: More Nattokinese - 1 year ago

A recent news bulletin on Nattokinase from ResearchGate – offers many references to beneficial properties of nattokinase. FYI. Jackie Nattokinase: • Supports normal blood pressure • Prevents blood clots from forming • Dissolves existing blood clots • Dissolves fibrin • Enhances the body’s production of plasmin and other clot-dissolving agents, including urokinase

Re: Taurine and Aging - 1 year ago

Hi Joe - Here's a few clips from the intro segment of the Taurine product data sheet by Designs for Health. If you'd like to read the entire report, send me a PM. Jackie " Taurine is a sulfur-containing amino acid with activity across a broad range of tissues including the cardiovascular system, immune system, central nervous system, liver, reproductive system and skeletal

Re: New Here and Overwhelmed - 1 year ago

Welcome, Cottagerose - So sorry you're struggling and very glad you found the Afibber's group. There's a wealth of info, advice and personal experience history/testimonials. Just don't let it overwhelm you... because it's easy to do that. A very important consideration is determining if you are low in intracellular magnesium. That's very common in afibbers

Re: Taurine and Aging - 1 year ago

Joe - check this report from Life Extension... and the various functions improved by supplemental Taurine. It's not just brain cells...so skim thru. Jackie

Re: Taurine and Aging - 1 year ago

Hi Lance - Thanks for this. I've used Taurine for a supportive nutrient for a long time. If you do a search in the Afibber's forum on Taurine, there's a number of helpful reports and posts that elaborate on the benefits. Check the one titled 'update' from a year ago. Jackie

Re: PACs and food - 1 year ago

Bettylou.... also note that if there is a dairy sensitivity or lactose intolerance, you need to address that by taking the lactase enzyme whenever you eat anything that contains dairy. The sensitivity reaction is bloating and gas symptoms. These are tablet or capsule form... easy to carry and use 'on demand' when needed. Natural Factors has a reliable product and there are &#

Re: PACs and food - 1 year ago

Bettylou... Sorry about your problem. A number of years ago, I had some GERD issues that were resolved and led to my post on No More Heartburn... which is archived at this link You can skim thru to see if anything there is similar to your experiences. Best to you, Jackie

Re: A CURE FOR CONSTIPATION - 1 year ago

OK Sam - thanks for elaborating... and sorry about the bladder issue. Based on typical reactions to various magnesium forms, the citrate will undoubtedly help with bowel movements... but definitely and obviously, you'll still want to use magnesium bisglycinate for heart support...so the the dosing can become somewhat tricky... and highly individualized. Make your changes slowly and kee

Re: A CURE FOR CONSTIPATION - 1 year ago

Hi Sam - Just as a reminder to whatever you do to take in more fiber .... you need to drink lots of water throughout the day, especially if the fiber form is a dry component. It takes extra water to 'plump up' the dry fiber so it can function as intended. Otherwise, you'll experience the 'harder stools' that Carey mentions. If that happens, hydrate well and often...

Re: Dear Afibbers, one and all ... - 1 year ago

My heartfelt condolences to Judi Larsen and family. Hans Larsen was a very special person and he will live on in my heart along with the fond memories of all the caring support and valuable information he and Judi provided via Afibbers.org. While I never had the privilege of meeting Hans in person, he was always available for for help and guidance; and for that, I am forever grateful.

Re: Has anyone had a bad reaction to the metals in a Watchman? - 1 year ago

Nancy - just a few examples from a search on the nickel allergy/Watchman issue. Jackie

Re: Magnesium supplements - 1 year ago

Susan - good choice. The Albion magnesium bisglycinate has an excellent reputation for quality assurance and efficacy. I've used the Albion/TRAACS magnesium bisglycinate for years (from another source).... starting back when my AF events began in '95.... Each capsule is 150 mg Magnesium bisglycinate and I typically take 3 a day - divided doses... and sometimes, one at bedtime.

Re: Steve Carr update: Dietary protocol that eliminated Afib and Ectopics - 1 year ago

Hi Dean - thanks for sharing. Interesting and undoubtedly, useful, for post-ablation use as well. I know that I certainly limit calcium-containing foods so that I'm not 'overloading'.... and based on my Vitamin D-deficient history, Vitamin D is a supplement I've optimized for over 20 years. Jackie

Re: Melatonin report - 1 year ago

Susan - As we know, we are all biochemically, biophysically unique in needs and function. Melatonin is obviously important for sleep and supplementing with it can be a consideration but it doesn’t always provide the desired response… and I have personal experience with that. Typically, I have no sleep problems, but I had a period of time a while ago when I had trouble sleeping. It could

Re: What is the longest you've been afib-free after an ablation? - 1 year ago

First - Thanks George for your assist. I appreciate it. Jackie Maria 23 - Yes, as George points out, Dr. Natale did all three. The first , when he was with the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio and for the other two, I flew to Austin, TX. Going back in my non-cardiac health history, I had numerous health issues that were poorly diagnosed by several different doctors coupled with disastro

Re: What is the longest you've been afib-free after an ablation? - 1 year ago

Hello, Maria and Welcome. My first AF event was in 1995 at age 59. Not long after that, I found this great website by founder, Hans Larsen. My goal was to reverse AF w/o ablation, but as the years went by, the events became more frequent. In 2003, I decided to have an ablation… so on 11/12/03…I had my first ablation. That lasted until 5/8/12 when I began having A-flutter ev

Melatonin report - 1 year ago

FYI This is a Q &A report on how to safely use melatonin for optimal health.