As we have discussed previously and numerous times, here is where magnesium and vitamin K2 in the MK7 form comes in to play to help avoid the cardiovascular calcifications and osteoporosis risk factor. For those on warfarin, they need to stay below 100 micrograms of MK7 daily. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Jerry - Metagenics is certainly a reliable product. For others who choose not to go the Metagenics route, the minor amount of magnesium oxide that might be a remainder trace mineral in the true amino acid chelated product will simply not be absorbed and will be eliminated via fecal excretion. The concern becomes when the label indicates that the majority of the magnesium content comes from magby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Shannon - are you able to get the 'unpasteurized' almonds? The concern over the pasteurization requirement for almonds sold in the US is regarding the chemical, Propylene Oxide (PPO) which is considered a carcinogen. Dr. Mercola did a piece on this not long ago reminding us about pasteurized almonds. I'm wondering now if that wouldn't affect almond milk if the almondsby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Peggy - with your calculations of 116 mg K in one cup... I wonder if coffee drinkers (overall) are less apt to get afib. I never drank more than one cup a day prior to afib and I stopped when AF began. I'm sure we all know many people who drink 4 - 6 cups of coffee in a day and who are not bothered by afib. Just musing... Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Mike I agree - there is no surprise here based on what we know from CR 72 and the science behind that. If kidney function is normal, one can safely use potassium supplements to augment dietary intake from potassium-containing foods which will assist in getting the proper ratio of potassium to sodium. One has to be somewhat careful in assessing which K-containing foods are good for low glycemiby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Jerry - A lot of people experience the same effect from the bioperene whether it's added to magnesium or other supplements. It's most likely a way for Drs. Best to distinguish their product. And you are correct, a true Albion magnesium glycinate needs no enhancers for absorption. As noted in the other posts, the oxide content is trivial and not the source of the elemental magnesium if it's byby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Katy - in another recent thread, the reasons why chocolate might be a trigger were discussed. <; If you ate a lot of chocolate at one time, the cumulative effect of the overload of sugar could carry on for quite some time in the glucose metabolism cycle.... as could the other chemicals introduced. Always keep in mind that whether or not you have afib, sugar is the enemy and for many reasonsby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Peggy - Google venous insufficiency... Many people experience this and there are both exercises which help - like flexing feet from the ankle up and down to stimulate calf muscles and the flow of fluids out of the extremities... and supplements to help shore up collagen. If the venous valves in the legs become weak (as they often do as we age or in people who spend a long time on their feet),by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Re: A New Low Potassium Horror Story Author: Tom B (---.dhcp.mghl.ca.charter.com) Date: 07-25-11 15:35 Sure, Libido finally improving, toenails growing in healthier, muscle soreness decreasing (I pound my body doing off-road dirtbike riding on a regular basis), better sleep....more energy for doing work - This is a gradual transition, but it is happening. I can also sleep on both sides now.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Tom - I'm posting your testimonial in the I Need Help thread. thanks.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Dick - there is at least one person I who posts here who had the open heart method of ablation and is still left with AF. So, even that's not an absolute. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Dee - has it always been that way? Have you changed brands? Do you take tablets with fillers or capsules that you can empty out and just consume the contents? A reaction of elevated pulse or Bp s shortly after consuming something typically indicates a sensitivity to something you've ingested. Very often people are reactive to fillers in supplements. Check the fine print on the labels tby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Josiah - I'm pleased to read of your progress. Regarding the white-coat hypertension syndrome.... you may consider taking theanine about 20 minutes before your appointment. I've recommended that to others who are impressed with the results which allow them to remain calm enough so that the anxiety of the office visit doesn't reflect in their Bp. Another thought is to ask to hby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Erling - I agree with you that it's a shame that the potassium-to-salt- ratio function and the effect on the sodium/potassium pumps with resultant voltage as it affects or influences AF was not picked up years ago because it certainly would have been most beneficial to have that 'hammered home' back then as you did just recently with CR 72. In my case, years ago, I'm certaby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Ronny - yes - read those posts several times so you get the whole scope of what gluten sensitivity is all about. Paleo eating eliminates all grain products and dairy and legumes (beans).... it's worth trying to see what happens with you... especially considering your pre-diabetes status. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Marian - I don't drink much of the concentrated WW, but I do occasionally add some to my regimen... I can't specifically tell you how much because it varies and I'm careful not to overload since I'm very close to tissue saturation with the daily Mg glycinate ...... but I like the alkalizing effect of the WW and when I saw George's testimonial some time ago about drinkinby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Tom - thanks for posting this. I'm adding it to my testimonial collection for salt avoidance and the benefits of potassium. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Ronny - you can read this thread and also the reference to Conference Room 54 which discusses the wheat/gluten connection and why afibbers improve when avoiding that protein molecule. It's not just wheat. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
It's probably that they have determined the CRP test is not definitive enough for conclusive screening for gluten sensitivity whereas those targeted by EnteroLab and Cyrex are the ones proven to be the most accurate markers.... at least that's my observation because all these experts really are deep into this and have been for many, many years. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hans In the lecture segments Ive heard, Dr. OBryan does not specifically associate the marker for cardiovascular risk (a rise in CRP) as a result of gluten sensitivity but many articles on gluten sensitivity do address the potential. Dr. OBryan notes that: It is not known whether C-reactive protein is a marker of atherosclerotic burden or whether it reflects a process (e.g. inflammatory fby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
George - People who use their muscles actively don't often have to worry about hypoglycemia as you attest. When I was hypoglycemic, I had similar experiences to yours but eat the wrong foods and then not exercise or have that muscle-energy demand, I could slump right into low blood sugar and then arrhythmia. Probably over 20 years ago, two friends and I embarked on Dr. John McDougalls prby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Thanks Hans - The problem with surveys is that it's an overview but not detailed enough to really determine how people are using supplements, what brands, what form, if they have absorption interferences, compliance, etc. When I interview afibbers who aren't making progress, we inevitably uncover (through the course of detailed discussion) the shortcomings of either their dietary hby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
EB - I am always interested in reactions. If your intracellular magnesium levels are not optimal, adding supplemental potassium will often make the situation worse. That's documented in studies and we've mentioned it as a precaution. It's also important to know the sodium intake as well in every instance. Thanks for responding. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Doug - almonds are tree nuts and peanuts are in the legume family (grown in the ground)...not really a true nut at all. Often, with peanuts, there is a reaction to the mycotoxins (mold or fungus)/aflatoxins which are inherent in peanuts that cause the health problems. Then there is the lectins factor in peanuts which causes other reactions. While there can be allergies to almonds as well, tby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Steve - very early in my afib journey, I had a holistic MD who told me that I should always remember it is better to wean off any heart medication than stop abruptly. He recommended shaving off of the tablet over a period of several weeks to a month if the dose is large. I followed those instructions with both Betapace and Toprol XL and didn't have any rebound effects. Good luck in gettinby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Liz - Eric Braverman, MD, author of the classic book on amino acids, "The Healing Nutrients Within," has a chapter on Taurine and I've excerpted from that in the What About Taurine Report.... according to Dr. Braverman and many other experts, taurine is a safe supplement. Here's an excerpt... you may want to read the whole Taurine report to refresh your memory. Dr. Braverman says taurine is aby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Let's revise this title to Potassium and Sodium .... after all, we know the most significant improvement comes with higher potassium levels and lower sodium. So...sorry, this should include both. Steve...thanks for responding so quickly. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Im working on a report and Id like to have in one place, all of the testimonials youve all contributed regarding your success with limiting sodium intake and optimizing potassium intake. Following are a few recent entries, but I'm sure I've missed some...and you can help me by adding more to this collection If you'd like to add a new testimonial...that would be most welcome. Thanks so muchby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Steve - I'm glad you are doing so well and that you were able to see Dr. Natale. He's definitely my hero.... but I am extremely disappointed when I see comments from him that the critical electrolytes are a waste of money... These are so fundamentally critical to maintaining rhythm, I am simply blown away that great minds and such skill as Dr. Natale seem to forget the basics. You maby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Lynn - during one of my searches for a remedy to AF, I consulted with an herbalist and tried several of the recommendations.... and although I don't know if they are/were similar to those listed or not, I found them to be not only expensive but I was concerned about the sourcing... containers were labeled with Chinese language, etc.. and I was very concerned about heavy metal contamination.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM