I was anxious to avoid taking that much supplemental calcium and was rather annoyed with the inclusion of Magnesium Oxide since that would not offset the quantity of Calcium. It should be noted that using just the NT Factor powder is not effective unless the total complement of nutrients included in the Propax formulation are added by additional suppplements from other means. I've spokeby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Barb - I took vitamin E, Omega 3's, vitamin D and the K2 because of the warfarin causing the risk of osteoporosis and arterial calcium deposits. Magnesium, potassium, CoQ10, the B complex, thyroid complex along with Armour, small amounts of Nattokinase and probiotics. Remember, though, I only took the warfarin for a month prior to the procedure and about 6 weeks after... then I switchedby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Steve - Often people find their heart doesn't settle down until it's closer to 6 months post ablation. As Shannon mentions.. the magnesium and potassium are crucial to stabilizing but if you are low in either or both...outside inluences such as high sodium intake or chemical additives in food such as MSG or flavor enhancers can cause problems. Sugar is known to deplete both magnesiby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Barb - I'm sorry but I have no personal experience with Xalerto and therefore would be hesitant to offer advice on the various anti-inflammatories and other heroics I did before and after my ablation. I certainly wish you well with your September 5 procedure. You're in the best of care. Best to you, Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Nancy - It's important for you (and your nutritionist) to realize that absorption of the nutrient means ... getting it into the blood stream in a usable form or bioavailable form so that the body can actually use it... The next challenge after that as I said in another post...is getting it inside the cells... in the case of afibber...inside heart cells where it functions. If it's onby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Magnesium oil does indeed get into the blood stream quickly and efficiently. The next challenge, though, is to get it from the blood through the cell wall or membrane and into the heart cell itself. That's what makes the difference in why many people don't see progress in spite of various forms of magnesium. It's what actually gets inside the cell and in a sufficient enough quaby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Ron - Shannon has posted previously about the new sophisticated and very accurate lab testing for hyperviscosity through Meridian Valley Labs... if you can locate those posts. It's definitely smart to learn about your viscosity markers... including ferritin, fibrinogen, HgA1C, HS CRP, Homocysteine and Lp (a) since they are all various markers signalling a tendency for thick, sticky blby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Lance - yes... I have comments on the NTFactor's ingredient list and I'll be glad to share my thoughts on how I'm circumventing that issue. I've sent you a PM so you can email me. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Nancy and Ron - with the B vitamins, it's almost always recommended to take it in the morning or at least before noon and with food as it can causee nausea on an empty stomach. Later in the day is too stimulating and people frequently report trouble sleeping. Reversing defects in the methylation cycle with all of the appropriate B's takes a considerable amount of time and the speciby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
There is abundant cause for concern with the new anticoagulant drugs and the lack of a readily available and also proven effective antidote. A decision to use them, should be based on facts such as what Shannon has brought up and will eventually be published in a major journal. However and unfortunately, those facts are not as widely-known as they should be. If you check safety issues for Xby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Welcome, Robert. As you've seen confirmed countless times, you are in the very best of care with Dr. Natale. We'll summon the Angels for You on August 12 for a safe and successful procedure. Please let us know how you are when you are able. Special blessings and a peaceful heart, Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Julia - Good for you. Everyone should follow your example. Be well, Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Lance - thank you. I will. Keep watching. For the past several years, my focus has been on Restorative or Regenerative Medicine... so that we all can age well and remain healthy. This is very exciting science. Coupled with the Energy Medicine factor so prevalent in these circles as well, it just makes sense to stay on top of what's currently providing success. And, they are many.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Stephen - if you search back in the various posts by Shannon where he discusses the downside of the new anticoagulants, you'll note that he is warning that the major focus of concern is about lack of clotting and the fact there is no antidote yet. Even with even with minor accidents there have been deaths. If it's a traffic accident, there is little that can be done, apparently. Iby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
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Alex - discussions I've read on the topic of canned fish typically state... Wild is always better than farmed. Same reasons as for fresh fish. But, some fish are wild and still have the heavy metal issue depending on where they live and how polluted the waters are plus how large they become... meaning with age, more chance to accumulate the heavy metals. The smaller the fish, the less riby Jackie - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
Nancy – Sorry for the delay – There is much to understand on this very important topic. While the general concept is covered in the Magnesium Absorption report, that needs an updating or refinement to include the very exciting findings on what’s really at the ‘heart’ or core of why nutrients may not be able to perform as expected even when taken in large amounts. This has to do with theby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hello Shannon - thanks for your news. So very pleased the procedure went well and you're now on the 'other side of all that'... The soreness will diminish as the inflammation subsides. Just rest and heal. Best to you, Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Nancy - I have a response for you... stand by. And, Ron, it will be useful to you as well. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Over ten years ago when many of us were heading for ablation, we always put in a “Call for Angels” for next person stepping up. Shannon just called me from Austin, TX to report his prelim’s were done and say he was good to go for tomorrow’s Lariat procedure scheduled at the crack of dawn. So, please remember him in with good thoughts, prayers and channel him abundant, positive energy foby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Nancy - Yes, I’ve had one Natale ablation (2003 at age 67) after 8 years of escalating AF events. Prior to the procedure, I was able to reverse nearly permanent AF to zero events by managing the electrolytes, using enzymes and energy work plus changing dietary and lifestyle habits. I almost decided to cancel the ablation to see if I could add my name to The List of all those people who sucby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Dennis - when people say 'gut' issues... this term needs refinement as to clarification on location..... ie, stomach tissue or intestinal tract tissue. Both can be players in contributing to AF. For that reason, I wrote the report on Gut Connections to Afib. Long ago, I was diagnosed with Leaky Gut Syndrome and Candida overgrowth which took time and effort plus various supplby Jackie - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
Hello Denver!!! Wonderful to hear your very positive report. Lynda's right; very inspiring. Thanks for staying in touch. Best to you, Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
David - Think only positive thoughts about the treadmill experience. Do the mantra continually that I will pass it without a rumble. The inflammation issue that comes up at any age but especially as we become older influences the heart tissue and obviously, afib. There have been a number of articles on the subject with dramatic titles such as "Heart on Fire"... Exercise, especiby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Yes, sadly, he did....quite a few years after his ablation and long after his Tikosyn experiences.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Nancy - As with so many things, much depends on the individual. A very long time ago, one of our afib posters was an MD who used Rhythmol for a very long time and was satisfied with it. If you go way back in the archived posts and type in Sadja Greenwood MD, you can probably find her comments on Rhythmol experiences. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Nancy - I'm a big fan of essential oils and have used them both internally, topically and via aromatherapy for about 20 years. BUT... I do think that for someone with an irritated mucosal lining, they would be too harsh unless you started with only few drops placed in a "benign" carrier oil to help offset the potency of the undiluted oil. I'm thinking maybe something like haby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Ron - that's very well said...especially about the core pathology. Thanks for posting your protocol. I'm so glad you are making progress. It's been a long haul for you. Best to you, Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Murray - I'm so glad to see you emphasizing the origin of the food we eat. Imported food - by law- must be 'fumigated' at the border before it is allowed to enter the US. So, even if you buy organic strawberries or such from Mexico or Honduras etc.... they are no longer organic once they pass through the port of entry. To help eliminate 'critters' on fresh veggies oby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hello David! So good to see your name here again. There are some refinements you might consider adding to your regimen. Namely, consider that as we age the tendency to form cardiac fibrosis becomes more prevalent. Also, something that has worked very well for me is focusing on maintaining tissue alkalinity (pH). There are two CR sessions on cardiac fibrosis - 24 and 75. Making sure yoby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM