There are other reasons to be concerned over elevated iron levels as well... so as Isabelle continually reminds us, be mindful. Jackie In one of Dr. Blaylocks newsletters (The BlaylockWellness Report), he elaborates on the risks of elevated iron and cancer risks so its not just a heart issue (Jan 2005) Iron is another cancer fertilizer. A number of studies have shown that people withby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Jim - If your kidney function tests are all normal, then you just must be getting a bit too much. You could always use a bit of the competitor for potassium (sea salt) and see how that works to lower your level. It's really the intracellular ratio of sodium to potassium that becomes the important factor. So the Exatest would really be ideal for this particular situation because while sby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
George- great explanation. I had a similar experience although I hadn't discovered the differentiation between the two at the time. When I learned from Hans and others here, I went off the BB and was somewhat improved. Your comment about LAF and AF is right on target. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
I can't imagine why one would want to take a drug with these known side effects. Symptoms of afib are bad enough without adding these to it! Jackie Side Effects of Klonopin (Clonazepam) Tiredness Dry Mouth Dizziness Unsteadiness Irritability Hyperactivity (in children) Impaired Attention and Memory Drooling (in children) Depression (usually in adults) Nausea Lightheadedness Loss of Apby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hi Jim - Do you take any Rx medications? Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Gregg - Those who adhere to a strict Paleo eating plan - do avoid dairy. Some individuals are also sensitive to the casein protein in dairy and should avoid it just as they should avoid gluten proteins from grain. The two sensitivities are likely to go together. It's not that we can give a specific dietary eating plan that works for each and every individual. That's just not possiby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Mike several of the beta blocker type medications including ACE inhibitors are well known to cause dry cough. It's mentioned in the adverse drug effects if you call that up on a gogle search. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Those who are knowedgeable in the adverse effects of EMF's recommend not using anything like an electric blanket or pad. Foam in mattresses release toxic off-gassings that also can stimulate arrhythmia in the chemically sensitive. Be aware that much of the imbalances in our bodies comes from this type of environmental influences that are cumulative in body tissues. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
James said: "so I believe the warfarin is working and my body is not forming clots." There is no absolute guarantee that warfarin will eliminate clot formation 100%. Plus there is the downside to warfarin and other Rx blood thinners... Best to become highly informed on this or any of the other drugs so you fully understand the benefits and limitations. Jackie Read on: Report by Hans -"Livinby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
DGL is safe and effective for gastric irritation. So is Aloe Vera organic gel. It has to be organic and the gel form. See the No More Heartburn Series in the Conference Room.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Gregg - if you can do yogurt (dairy), then you can do cottage cheese as well. Use the full fat and a whole cup. (some people don't eat dairy) You won't be hungry and it will carry you over until the next meal. I'd add a dose of magnesium at the same time to balance out the calcium and maybe add a few nuts along with the cottage cheese. You'll have to carry food and be dilby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Charle - diuretics are notorious for potassium depletion and potassium depletion lies at the very "heart" of afib... especially when there is also an underlying magnesium deficiency inside heart cells (intracellular) as well. Ask to be switched to a potassium sparing blood pressure medication....or better yet... work to get your potassium levels optimal so you don't need the medicby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Carol - there are enteric coated Omega 3 fish oil preparations that eliminate the nausea factor some experience. The other issue is to be very sure that the fish oil is one of the higest quality, pharmaceutical grade, molecularly distilled and fairly expensive. Some of the cheaper brands do have an 'off-taste'... I recently sampled the one a friend had and after it sat in my stomachby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
John - read my report that follows Sharon's Hp report. The people responding to the teleconference said if the antibiotics don't work on the first round, then you have the issue of antibiotic-resistant Hp and it makes it an even more difficult task. Some people do well with the antibiotics... I think it makes sense to try the mastic first and if that fails, then use the a/b. Vitamin C is not kby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Gregg - oatmeal is fairly high carb with negligible protein. Carbs use up potassium to metabolize (in the production of insulin)... so it's not an ideal snack... espcially if you tend toward hypoglycemia... it just will make it worse in the long run. Protein and fat stabilize blood sugar. Carbs do not. No, you can't microwave nuts and get the same effect. Microwaving is definitelyby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
John - you can easily switch to nattokinase daily to cover the clotting issue concerns. (Conference Room Sessions 39 and 40)... in #40 scroll to around page 36-37 to see the update. DGL helps heal stomach tissue and if you do test positive for H.pylori, see Sharon's Natural Cure for Hp in the latest CR session. One of the reasons aspirin is considered a double-edged sword is just what you&by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hi Denver! Great report. Thanks for reporting in. We need to continue to collect these success reports. Best to you, Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Caroly - when that happens you are not just sensitive, it's a high tendency toward serious allergic reaction. Obviously, you know not to consume any of those because with each exposure your allergic reaction will worsen until you get a very serious response - anaphlactic shock. Some people react just to vapors in the air of someone eating peanuts near them. Be careful. Have you been testby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Carol - while some nuts can cause food intolerances in some individuals, it's often peanuts which are not actually nuts at all. Additionally, seeds are very high in the Omega 6 fatty acids and most of the experts suggest not using much in the way of seeds for that reason... better to have high Omega 3's rather than the 6's. He emphasized he preferes nuts to seeds. In moderation,by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Gregg - I agree with Cyndie - I rely on raw nuts as being a substantial snack with good fat, protein and minor carbs. Portable and sustaining. Going too long between meals definitely can be a player in afib because when blood sugar drops, it gets ugly after that in some people. Mine is now very well controlled but I've spent a long time getting to this point. I do rely on a substantialby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Pat - it's unfortunate that your doctor would put you on a drug for sleeping without exploring other options. Typically people with insomnia are low in serotonin. Drugs don't replete serotonin. You can use 5HTP to raise serotonin. Magnesium at bedtime works well to relaxand promote sleep... as does taurine and L-theanine. There can be many reasons for insomnia including hypoglycby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Chuck - you probably need more magnesium as the basic nutrient for stability. Startle reflex is a classic sign of magnesium deficiency. How much are you taking. You may find that if you take most of your supplements during the day and not later in the evening that you get along better once in bed. Some people are just the reverse. You could cut back on your taurine and potassium doses toby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Sandy - good report. Keep in mind that theanine is great to help level out the feeling of being overwhelmed by stress. Use the search feature here and see other recent posts on using theanine. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
James - I'm very sorry to see your post. Good that you were able to get immediate attention and a definitive diagnosis. Blood viscosity plays a huge role in avoiding the formation of clots. The supplements we recommend for afibbers include those which have anti-platelet activity properties... magnesium, Omega 3 fish oils, nattokinase, ginkgo biloba, vitamin C, baby aspirin and more.... iby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Earl - two full-dose aspirin daily seems like a risky amount especially coupled with another blood thinner. I'm sure you've done plenty of research on the downside of aspirin use, but in case not, then read the following which are just a few of many suggesting that aspirin use is a double-edged sword...especially in high dose amounts. Jackie Aspirin Friend or Foe by Hans Larsen, MScby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Philippe - I'm really glad you had such a valuable consult with Dr. Natale. I agree it is a challenge as to how to proceed. My first impression with Watchman was also that I'd prefer it to have stood the test of time (for a greater length than is current) before it would seem to be smart to put something in the heart that can't easily be reversed should it clog or otherwise fail.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Faith and Craig - there is a lot of evidence to support that magnesium deficiency is an underlying cause of migraines. Also gluten gluten sensitivity so if adding magnesium to optimal intake doesn't work, then consider going both gluten and casein protein free. Often the two work in tandem and cause the migraines. No fun, for sure. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Alex - those physicians who recommend DHEA or pregnenolone say one should be tested first to know the hormone levels before supplementing... if not tested, stimulating hormones can have adverse effects....like with men and prostate issues. It's a useful hormone as is pregnenolone but you do have to be medically supervised. Supplementing with DHEA is definitely not a do-it-yourself projeby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Curt - you can take them together. I do. And, taurine can be taken with food even though the directions say otherwise. It may just cut down a bit on the total absorption. Be sure you use a theanine that is the Suntheanine trademark brand so it's synthethized and you don't have either caffeine or vitamin K as a component. Both are calming but theanine works in about 20-30 minutes.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Tibbar - at one time we said that the KAL brand was the Albion product. Now, when I check online for labeling...it doesn't indicate that. If you can find the web address of KAL, you should write and ask that question. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM