This is just one of many similar articles that seem to be coming out of the woodwork these days... that I take 'with a grain of salt.' My thought is as it pertains to afib....its obvious these people dont understand the competition for potassium by high sodium as we have reviewed ad nauseam on the BB Richard Moores work with a PhD in biophysics obviously is far more meaningful that thby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
To continue emphasizing the K2-MK7 importance, I've added a relevant post to the Triage Theory post in the General Health forum. Important reading for everyone, especially those on warfarin, about how lack of vitamin K helps promote the age-related disease such as osteoporosis, cancer and heart disease.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Tom - I'm very sorry to read your very disturbing news. How tragic and absolutely inexcusable that he would proceed without your permission. I'm glad you are on the mend but you should never have had to experience what you did. Please keep us posted on your progress. Special thoughts and prayers to you! Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Mike - I really enjoy the plain, natural coconut water, but only in small amounts as the carb content is too high for me to tolerate and I wouldn't consider using it continually throughout the day... the natural sugar content can be a problem for some people. When I do use it, I eat some raw almonds along with it to help slow down the glucose/insulin effect which will also affect utilizatby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Murray - I'm very sorry you are having such a struggle... certainly far more than any one person should have to endure. I hope all this resolves quickly and satisfactorily for you. Just a reminder for you or anyone struggling with persistent infections.... in addition to the antibiotics of choice, keep in mind the highly effective antimicrobial properties of the nanoparticle silver, Grapby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
"blood pressure rises with age"..... Consideration should be given to arterial stiffness with age progression and the potential for elevated blood pressure .especially since most people are deficient in magnesium and magnesium directly affects the electrical activity within the walls of the arteries by promoting relaxation of the walls. Stiff walls cause the elevated Bp. This all speaks to CR 7by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hi Steve - I'm 8 years out from my ablation and have written about the periodic breakthroughs I've had.... although not for a while. I really don't have anxiety over the 'what if's'... because I have the PIP protocol and I carry it with me if I leave home. That works in an hour and gives me great peace of mind because I'm in control. That said, I really didby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Chuck - Such good news for you!!! That's wonderful. Keep us posted on your progress. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Additionally - I'ts always important to remember when using these higher dosages of vitamin D, to include the supplement Vitamin K2 MK7 - 45 mcgs minimum; double that if you are going for the higher doses over 5,000IU. This helps direct calcium into bone cells and prevents the deposition of free calcium in soft tissue structures. If you are taking warfarin, then you must limit your MK7 toby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
May - those key electrolytes are critical to proper heart function.... it's fundamental so stick with it. Glady our heart is more calm. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Janet - What a wonderful treat to hear Dr. Natale. He's my hero, for sure. So glad you were able to be there. Thanks for your report. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Tom - If you recall my story.. I took 300 flecainide divided doses and still had escallating events in frequency and duration so I made the ablation decision when they became daily-- lasting 24 - 27 hours. While I waited for that date 6 mos out, I did my heroics and eventually weaned off flecainide to zero... but I had a rebound effect so went back on 50 mg only at night . I was also vagal (moby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
I have an instructional brochure on Iodoral® Iodine/Potassium Supplement that apparently came with a test kit. I dont recall exactly. A couple of items in the flyer are of interest. Rationale for this (tablet) formulation Administration of iodine/iodide in liquid solution is not very accurate, may stain clothing, has an unpleasant taste and causes gastric irritation. Iodoral is a preciby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Some interesting clips on vitamin D and how it might relate to some afibbers As I commented to anneh in her post, vitamin D is really a hormone. It is synthesized in the skin from sunshine. Cholesterol is the facilitator of the production. Now let that sink in a bit when we reflect on how many are now taking statin drugs to block cholesterol production and what is the trickledown effect fromby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
anneH - you are definitely correct about the interference with sunscreen use. The recommendation is to get (brief) daily doses of sunshine between the hours of 10 and 2 pm... ..noon is great... on skin that is totally clean and free of any type of lotion and definitely free of sunscreen. Then, if you are going to be out in the sun for an extended period, use the sunscreen. Vitamin D, is realby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Lisa - The electropollution reports <; Definitely work on potassium dietary intake... and if you eat any packaged or processed foods, check the sodium content so you know The Ratio. If you are low in potassium, your heart voltage will also be low which leads to ectopy and then, ultimately AF....often, even with ablation. Oram Miller, Building Biologist, is in California so you could haveby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Shannon - Thanks... I'll check but this person is strictly Paleo (and has been for years) and I highly doubt if there is bromine from bread, flour products etc consumption... but it could well be stores from long before Paleo was invoked. I understand the detox reaction.... I experience that in the form of skin breakout on the side of my jaw and upper shoulders if I increase too much tooby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hi Lisa - one thing of which we should always be aware is the information coming forth about how electropollution and toxic frequencies can disturb heart rhythms. If you have wireless in your home, use cordless phones and/or cell phones, iPads a lot, it may be a sign that you need to reduce the EMF and EMR exposure. The indications are theat some people know immediately if they are sensitiveby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Sam - I totally agree that it's important to check your idodine intake as most of us are undoubtedly deficient not only for the afib reason but for the various other organs that require a higher iodine content for proper function. Since we know that low iodine can result in hypothyroidism which can also be causal for AF, it pays to keep the awareness going. A word of caution, though.... Iby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hi Tom - interesting result and good to know... supporting once again, we are all experiments of one. My heart which is high mileage compared to yours, definitely needs the higher dose of ubiquinol to stay calm. Glad you are doing so well. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Correction ... Liz said: "Jackie says vitamins don't kill " Jackie is quoting from articles published by authorities that did the statistical compilations of data indicating sources of deaths.... It's not MY research but rather that of the Orthomolecular organization. Check out Orthomolecular's News and other published articles including the latest one (Nov/2011) thaby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hi Howie - This is quite a shock to read and I'm sure you were equally shocked at the diagnosis. I have no experience with Pradaxa or the blood filter but I'll be glad to help with research if you need it. I know you are good at doing your own due diligence and I trust you'll proceed cautiously. At least you have access to excellent care. Positive thoughts and prayers coming youby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Liz - can you (or anyone) find for me a published analysis or assay of the trace minerals found in unrefined salt? Seriously. I'd appreciate it. I'd really like to see what elements can be reliably expected in unrefined salt. I use very minor amounts of unrefined salt and really enjoy the taste, but I'd like to know what those trace minerals actually assay out to be for a formby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Rich - I know full well the impact that stress has on the total body. Worse, when we flirt with Afib as a result...brings on more stress. Keep in mind that stress depletes magnesium - big time. We need a strong base of intracellular magnesium at all times....so to keep you on an even keel, always be mindful of your magnesium stores. If you don't supplement, now would be a good time to staby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
May - You might consider having your cardiologist run a strip to determine if you are really having 'just ectopics'...or if it is actually some type of arrhythmia... especially if it is ongoing. If that's all clear, then focus on your potassium to sodium ratio (dietary intake of both). Sodium intake is the culprit... stick with whole fresh food and eliminate packaged, processedby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
George - My FM MD likes my 25 OHD level to stay around 70. I am tested every 3 - 4 months and along with the OH D, she checked serum calcium to be sure that stays in the proper range since if it rises, then that indicates a problem - typically parathyroid and if there is a significant elevation in Ca, then that's where arrhythmia may show up. I've noticed that a lot of information on testingby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Reports from experts that actually 'work' with vitamin D and patients ... ie, John Cannell, MD (The Vitamin D Council) are helpful information. Vitamin D - Helpful for Heartbeat? Dan from Seattle writes: Dr. Cannell: For as long as I can remember I have been subject to missed heart systolic beats. I went to a heart specialist about it. He did ECG, etc. and told me that he thought anxiety mightby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
MarkS - be sure to read the article in the General Health Forum on the "Ames Triage Theory of Micronutrients and Aging." There are 40 essential micro-nutrients that we must take in every day... by food or supplementation. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Tom - I corresponded with an afibber who found Tribulus to be a trigger for AF. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Thor, Dee R, Anton, Steve, Susie, Monty...and all... thanks again for your kind comments. It's good to see that you are still silently reading, if not posting. So good to see your names listed again. Anton - I had forgotten ours were so close in timing but I still remember the nice visit we had at lunch when you came to Cleveland. Glad you are doing well in NSR. Good to hear from you!by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM