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Re: New Study: Fish Oil Increases Risk of A-Fib - 7 weeks ago

Hi Travis - I recall reading a caveat about fish oil. Contaminants in the water of fish farms can be a consideration and for some, can cause PACs. etc. Not sure if I have the resource, but the topic was the impurities that can be in some types/brands of fish oil... ie/contaminants... as in harvested oil from fish in commercial beds where fish are fed various types of feed that contain c

by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM

Re: grounding sheets - afib ? - 7 weeks ago

Hi Bettylou... Sorry about your sleep issues. Your comment about forgetting magnesium at bedtime reminded me of my sleep issues many years ago. After a trying various 'methods'... I had read about the benefits of taking magnesium at bedtime. As I recall, it took some time, but eventually, it did help me get to sleep but it wasn't totally 'restorative'. Also, I had

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Re: Eliquis & some possible supps ok? - 7 weeks ago

Hello Madeline - I'll respond to your post shortly. We've been dealing with the aftermath of severe wind damage which came through our area as "side effects" from a tornado that was in the area farther South of us. Fortunately, we were not in the direct path. No Internet service.... but we did have basic electricity thanks to a natural gas generator. Jackie

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Re: Eliquis & some possible supps ok? - 2 months ago

Hello Lois - I wanted to let you know I saw your post and I'll respond shortly. Just overly busy at the moment. Sorry for the delay. Jackie

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Re: Yes, the forum is back up and running! - 4 months ago

Thank you , Carey. Appreciate your time and efforts. Undoubtedly, frustrating. Hope you can take a break and do something pleasant. Best to you. Jackie

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Re: Nattokinase - 7 months ago

Check these previous posts that I offered on the use of Nattokinase for reducing 'clot risk' ... but not to help manage afib. Jackie

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Re: Rare and unusual presentation of gastrocardiac syndrome - 8 months ago

Hello, George - and thanks for bringing the " No More Heartburn" link forward. My digestive problems of the past remain that way, thankfully... but I continue to use digestive enzymes with meals and betaine HCl with meals containing animal protein, just to be sure. Be well, Jackie

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Re: persistent trigeminy - 9 months ago

JohnG.. Regarding your comments and observations about Taurine,... this may be the archived report to which you refer. .... posted about 20 years ago… and I continue to use Taurine as part of my routine nutritional supplementation…using Designs for Health’s Taurine. Their tech/data sheet indicates the following benefits… along with other relevant info. If you’d like to read that, send m

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Re: Do you function normally with paroxysmal A fib? - 10 months ago

Sunshine... So sorry I'm late in reading posts...just saw yours and the comment that your dental procedure will be to put a crown on a tooth that has had a root canal. The root canal removes the nerve from the tooth so you should have no pain issues when placing the crown... so no need for numbing unless it's a very unique situation. Best to you, Jackie

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Re: Holiday Greetings - 10 months ago

Thank you, Carey and Thank YOU for your constant forum diligence. I hope you were able to have some 'time off' for a wonderful Thanksgiving celebration. Best to you, Jackie

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Re: Hiatal hernia and a fib - 10 months ago

WindyShores - Long ago, when I offered the post that Dean listed, I had been treating with a chiropractor known for his successful management of a 'displaced diaphragm'. I had mentioned in the post that therapy was so effective, I nearly cancelled my first Natale ablation (2003)... but didn't and was glad because I did have more bouts of AF which the Natale ablation managed fo

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Re: "To clot or not to clot" That is the question - 10 months ago

KingFizzy - Don't delay in following the advice to 'get a full assessment of my clotting factors'... I hope you are already scheduled. What types of 'heart doctors' are you scheduled to see? With the angina symptom, I can appreciate the preventive aspect of taking the Eliquis, ASA and Natto/Serra but I also think that might be a bit risky taking that combination

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Re: K2 / MK-7 and Heart Palpitations - 10 months ago

Hi Lance - FWIW: I've been using the MK7 product by Jarrow... from iHerb.. when I take Vitamin D3 during the+ months when sunshine exposure isn't possible (here in NE Ohio). I have not found that causes palpitations for me. Jarrow Formulas, MK-7, 90 mcg, 120 Softgels Many years ago, I had severe muscle pain and weakness... diagnosed as fibromyalgia and I was treated by

by Jackie - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM

Re: Eliquis and supplements - what's OK, what's not? - 11 months ago

Hi Barb - Definitely, if you are on a blood thinner, you must be informed and cautious about adding in supplements. As you may recall, I've been taking Eliquis for many years. After my LAA isolation touchup in 2014, I was told to continue with the half-dose Eliquis for life. Additionally, about 25 years ago, when I became a patient of a local physician who practices Functional Medic

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Re: Your cells don’t have the genome you were born with. Project aims to chart impact of new mutations - 11 months ago

Susan - Genova Diagnostics.is one .. Jackie

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Re: Is AF Necessarily Progressive? - 11 months ago

Well, I certainly hope not – but I understand. However….quote: “ Never say, ‘never.” My history In 1995, at age 59, I had my first AF event starting with “infrequent “and progressing to much more regularity. After eight years of escalating frequency, I had my first ablation with Dr. Natale when he was with the Cleveland Clinic. I live in a distant suburb of Cleveland, Ohio. 20

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Re: recent episodes/Gas-X - 11 months ago

WindyShores... GI gas can be related to a dairy sensitivity and/or lack of appropriate natural production of enzymes that manage digestion of dairy and cause a lactose intolerance issue. Remedy options include eliminating all dairy consumption... read labels on packaged foods, etc. for dairy ingredients. ( even some supplements contain dairy). A less-restrictive remedy would be to st

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Re: Magnesium L-Threonate: Any of you using it ? - 1 year ago

Hello Todd - I use magnesium threonate by Designs for Health…a product called Neuro-Mag … at bedtime, along with my standard magnesium bisglycinate capsule; and, if I feel exceptionally stimulated at bedtime, I’ll add a chewable tablet of PharmaGaba by Natural Factors. While I typically do not have sleep issues, on occasion, the day’s events can linger in my thoughts and this calming combo wo

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Re: Discontinuing Mag Water... - 1 year ago

Hi Larry - I'm late in reading your response on this post...sorry. Lots going on here... I'm very pleased that you are finding improvement with your adjusted management. As we always say... this can be highly individualized so it's important to take time and 'experiment' ...as you have done. I'll be watching for your news on continued success. Best to you,

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Re: Vitamin C and anticoagulants - 1 year ago

Just FYI - Note that my prescribed dose of Eliquis is a half-dose... but I wanted to comment that I use the liposomal Vitamin C form (by LivOn labs) if I become symptomatic of cold or flu... to assist in preventing it from escalating to full-blown. It's very effective, albeit, pricey; but I always have a supply on hand; and, while I only take the half-dose Eliquis, I have not experie

by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM

Re: Natale's current ablation technique - 1 year ago

Well, 'Hello' Lynn!. So good to hear from you after all these years... but sorry it's Afib-related. Based on my ablation experience with Dr. Natale starting in 2003, I consider him the very best choice if it's possible to see him. In 2014, I had a second Natale ablation for flutter which involved LAA isolation; and, in 2015, a touchup. I'm on 1/2 dose Eliquis for l

by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM

Re: Dr. Grisanti on Magnesium - 1 year ago

OK Susan... I'll ask my doctor and post. Thanks for your input. Jackie

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Re: Dr. Grisanti on Magnesium - 1 year ago

Periodically, the physican I use for nutritional evaluations/testing orders the Intracellular Magnesium test (Exatest) collected/scraped from the buccal mucosa.... She is the first and only physician that ever evaluated my intracellular Mg. As indicated in my archived posts on this topic, initially, I was very low. I learned that (for me), the magnesium glycinate form of magnesium wo

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Dr. Grisanti on Magnesium - 1 year ago

Two 'reminder' reports on magnesium - info on why it's important to make sure our magnesium levels are optimal. Jackie

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Re: Today: my 2 Yr Anniversary Dr Natale Flutter LAA Isolation - 1 year ago

Congrats, Tom. I am so glad you made that very important decision to consult with Dr. Natale. You may recall that I had my Natale ablation in 2003. My AF surfaced in 1995 and I tried various ways to help reverse it …but nothing lasted. During that time, Dr. Natale was featured in a Cleveland newspaper about his joining the Cleveland Clinic's cardiology group and talked about his abla

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Re: Nocturnal Polyurea - 1 year ago

Sam - Check this info: Jackie

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Re: Nocturnal Polyurea - 1 year ago

Hi Sam - Do you also have to urinate frequently during the day as well? If so, then first, I'd consider having a urinalysis with your doctor. Often, if there is a bladder infection, a major symptom is the frequent urination. Would be good to rule that out. Best to you, Jackie

by Jackie - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM

Re: Discontinuing Mag Water... - 1 year ago

Hi Larry - It can happen. When we are taking a lot of magnesium, we can get symptoms like yours. I was very reluctant to cut back on magnesium, and found a solution by managing the acidity needed for proper protein digestion. In the General Health forum, I just offered this response ... .... " For those who also have heartburn/GERD issues, there is an archived report titled

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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

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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

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