Mark - might you consider taking half the dose of the beta blocker on a routine basis and then increase it when the HR elevates if and when in afib? You might function better. Remember, also that if you are vagal, a beta blocker is not the drug of choice for you. While I didn't have any fainting or lightheadedness, when I was on metoprolol, the evening dose often took my HR down way too lby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Peggy - typically inflammation is generated by something immediate/acute - often allergens in the air or an injury which provoke the immune response which is a natural, built-in defense mechanism. Or, it is a long-standing, chronic accumulation of what they like to call lifestyle habits that include dietary intake. In some cases where a person's metabolic pH runs on the acidic side, thereby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
This article was probably published previously, but since it mentions the EP in the UK Dr. Natale recommends (Wyn Davies), I thought Id publish the URL.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Mark - what is your normal pulse rate and blood pressure both in afib and in NSR? Some people report when they transition from afib to NSR, there is a pause or lag that creates syncope (fainting). My thought is if this happens frequently, the beta blocker, metoprolol is taking your normal blood pressure and heart rate down too low. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
The roasted almonds with 'flavoring' typically have something termed 'natural flavoring' and this is where the MSG lurks. Better off not to be tempted by those. I am concerned that Trader Joe's is buying too much imported foods and not labeling it accordingly. Some is labeled; some is not. I have just a suspicion - not tracked that down yet but I intend to do so. Theyby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hi Dougg - Definitely explore the gluten/gliaden possibility. Go to the conference room session #54 - if you haven't already done so. The other issue with consuming a large load of simple carbohydrates as in found in bread-type food, is the pull it has on potassium stores due to the utlization of potassium in the insulin process. If you are low to begin with in potassium, and you eat aby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Shaun - I wrote to Pete about his phrenic nerve... here's his response. The phrentic nerve. I guess a pulmonologist found that my diaphram was paralyzed several months after the procedure, and I was complaining of discomfort and not breathing well on the right side. I think he did an X-Ray, and a sniff test. I failed the sniff. An neurologist tested the phrentic nerve and it was ok. A laterby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Oops - forgot to inclue the bio mentioned: Richard L. Shames, MD, a graduate of Harvard College and the University of Pennsylvania Medical School, has served as an adjunct faculty at UCSF Medical Center and Florida Atlantic University, and is a general practitoner in Boca Raton, Fl. His recent publication is entitled "Thyroid Power: Ten Steps toTotal Health" (c) 2001. Harper Colliby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
George - good thought - my thyroid is responding also to small doses of potassium iodide. I'm being careful but many signs are indicating it's beneficial. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Congrats to you both. Wonderful to see this type of news. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Good for you. Whatever it takes. Melatonin did nothing for my afib. We are all experiments of one! Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Shaun - I can't respond as to whether the phrenic nerve damage would show up then or now, but I can comment on the possibility that there is some stenosis that is causing your breathing problem. Comments are made periodically on the risk of stenosis during the ablation procedure and this results from burns or lesions being made too close to the pulmonary vein ostea (or openings). Here inby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Lou - I agree that EP Marcus Wharton would be an excellent consult as well... Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Great news - He's a marvel! Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Yes - that's correct... but the amount of red wine you'd have to drink for the heart-health effect is far more than the concentrated forms of Resveratrol sold as a supplement...something equivalent to about 200 glasses of red wine. Resveratrol is a great supplement for everyone. Some also say it's the alcohol that cuts the fat from foods consumed. The vitamin K sounds reasonabby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Doug - that claim of using 'pure' sugar is what the debate is all about... it's said that is misleading because what it really ends up as is a derivitave of chlorine which has carcinogenic properties. Not long ago there was some press about deception in marketing by Splenda and I think I read something about litigation over the issue... probably by NutraSweet. Splenda is no betby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
The problem is not raw almonds - but that they are going to treat them so they are not actually 'raw' as we know it and even organic will no longer be exactly organic. Almonds used to be a great source of magnesium. Very healthy food as are most nuts but now if they start gassing and pasteurizing, we will face other issues as to whether the benefit is really there or not. I eat almby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hans - I have used Maca on and off this past year. It may be partially responsible for my lack of PACs. (I thought it was the taurine.) My holistic chiropractor swears by Maca but I honestly think I have better results with ashwaganda both separately and also combined with several other herbals found in combination in a product called Adrenotone Plus - that includes Siberian Ginseng, Amricanby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
In a post offer by PC, MD, not long ago, ( ref: <> ) I suggested that As for hypoglycemia, those working with restoring glucose handling to normal seem to think that hypoglycemia is just a symptom or manifestation of the real problem that lies with adrenal function. Typically, it's adrenal exhaustion or adrenal burnout. I know that was true in my case and until I got the adrenal support workingby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Doug - I take 120 mg. day - divided doses...note that Dr. Murray (below) says you can take even more). It has to be the specific extract... for a good example, refer to the specs listed for Natural Factors Ginkgo..standardized to what it says here: Ginkgo biloba Phytosome capsules contain one part Ginkgo biloba extract (standardized to 24% Ginkgo flavonglycosides, 6% Terpene lactones) boby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
I just heard an interesting comment on the French Paradox - the doctor speaking was commenting that they think the success comes from the good French cheese abundantly consumed and not necessarily the wine or the fat...but the fact that the cheese is made milk fromcows that graze on real grass in real pastures. The cheese contains abundant vitamin K and that keeps the blood vessels free of calby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Fresca contains artificial sweeteners - either aspartame ( NutraSweet) or -Acesulfame K, check the label to be sure. Originally, it contained saccharine but that was changed. So no - it's not acceptable for an afibber to drink any artificial, chemical sweetener regardless of the Rhythmol issue. Sorry. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Anytime one embarks on a detox regimen, it should be directed by a knowledgeable physician and after tests have been done to determine exactly what it is that one is attempting to detox. Along that line, there are many very good detox programs designed by companies like Metagenics, Thorne, Designs for Health.... that not only supply the detoxing agents but also support nutrition during the proby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
These two are worth noting as to the status of supplements and the restrictions/guidelines imposed by Codex and how that impacts DSHEA - pronounced (duh shay). Byron Richards CCN offers his input on the topic as well.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Editorial The Mainstreaming of Misinformation by Alan R. Gaby, MD As always, Dr. Gaby, has a special way of explaining about views and interpretations of studies. This is worth reading.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Benj - are you looking in Florida or otherwise for the holistic physician? I have some contacts to check for practitioners and I may be able to help. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM