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Metabolic gene defects and risk of arrhythmia Patrick T. Ellinor, David J. Milan and Calum A. MacRae Cardiovascular Research Center and Cardiology Division, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA Abstract Inherited single-gene disorders offer unique insights into the role of metabolic processes in arrhythmogenesis. Although many metabolic defects result in cardiomyopathy as a physiologiby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Robin - a connection has been mentioned frequently in the literature; however, Hans has reported anecdotals indicating people with AF having their mercury/amalgam fillings removed have not typically noticed improvement in AF. That could be in part due to the fact that they didn't have removal performed by a biologic dentist who followed the protocols for safe removal so even more mercuryby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Human nature these days supports the 'aspirin approach' mentality. Take the pill; headache goes away...no need to find out what's causing the headache. Everyone is living life in the fast lane and doesn't want to be inconvenienced to think about or make changes in lifestyle habits. It's just too much effort to learn new things. Healthy habits should be taught in gby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
I thought this was a helpful checklist to steer a patient in the direction of recognizing if there may be some neurotransmitter deficiencies or imbalances that manifest in neurobehavioral symptoms. I picked this up at a Metagenics seminar. " From time to time, everyone feels out of sorts, not themselves, nervous, depressed, irritable, or anxious. Illness and prescription medications can altby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
EPA urged to control mercury from cement kilns Jane Kay, Chronicle Environment Writer Wednesday, July 23, 2008 (07-23) 20:42 PDT -- Environmental groups today called on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to enforce a law that would control the thousands of pounds of toxic mercury discharged into the atmosphere every year by cement kilns in the United States. Two of the nation's worby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Just informational: As a result of the statin post and my testimonial about muscle damage, Ive been doing research into mitochondrial disorders and came across some references to dysautonomia and arrhythmia in a Q & A session with responses provided by physicians. Since we post on dysautonomia in relation to atrial fibrillation, Im posting some of the comments just for your edification.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Interesting reading: " A recent paper is one of the first, if not the first, to offer scientific documentation of the infiltration of mercury from a contaminated body of water into a purely terrestrial ecosystem. In bodies of water affected by mercury, its always been assumed that only birds or wildlife that ate fish would be in danger, said Professor Cristol, an associate professor in Williby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
I'm very sorry to read your post. It must be extremely difficult for you and your child. There is some thought that there can be a microbial connection to afib which causes inflammation and promotes afib. You can scan this recap of an interview I heard a while back discussing the "bugs in the heart" theory. Consider following up on some of the testing he does with his patients.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hello Glen! Nice to see you posting again. How are you? Regards, Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Okay, good deal, Steve. I like that approach better than the weeks of Coumadin before the procedure. Good luck. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Kate - DHEA functions as a hormone and apparently Canada feels it could be risky to tinker with supplenting unsupervised. It's available over the counter here in the US by comparison. I used it at one point when one of my holistic MDs thought it was needed after testing. check this: Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Before this thread rolls out of sight I'd like to contribute this about statins. I think it makes no sense for an afibber to take a statin since statins deplete CoQ10 in heart tissue. Lizs doctor, David Brownstein, MD, thyroid and iodine guru, wrote a book Drugs That Dont Work and Natural Therapies That Do!** There is a section on statins and Ill excerpt and quote from that as long asby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Thanks for sharing your story, Shannon. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Jean - I think its better to let your cholesterol be a smidge over the target number and keep your triglycerides low as you were previously doing. Triglyceride is a fat that causes the blood to easily form blood clots. Elevated triglyciderides are directly related to dietary carb intake if you eat too many without exercising vigorously, you risk the elevation. This would include fruit sugarby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hi Shannon - I assume from what George mentions you did follow this doctor-directed protocol. Wo what extent did it influence your afib - was afib totally arrested? What were the major benefits to you. Was the testing and monitoring expensive? Commonly available? Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Thanks, Erling. What has happened to Dr. Graveline as a result of statins is dreadful. Ive long been interested learning about the detrimental effects of statins since my history includes some long-lasting side effects as well. I only took a short course of the earlier statins (Zocor and Pravachol) which are not considered to be as heavy duty as Lipitor he took. Nevertheless, when I read hisby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Eric - sorry to hear that - but that's the world of afib. It's always there lurking and ready to come out given the opportunity. You've done so well in the past, you'll get back on track. When you are faced with stress, I hope you are considering using theanine. It has helped so many people, it's worth trying. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Theresa - it must be something else other than the mercury because the reputable brands reliably remove mercury, PCBs, dioxons and any other impurities. There must be another factor involved for your biochemical indivuality. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Well, just remember it's your body, your heart and your life and you are paying THEM to look after you. It's your choice if you want to change or not and if you don't feel you are receiving adequate care, then just insist that you see someone else. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
David - the fastest way to lower triglyciderdes is eliminate all grains. Period. And anything that contains sugar including fruit until you level off. Increase your protein content and have a quality protein with every meal and snack...so your plate will have 2 -3 large servings of vegetables at least and a serving of some type protein. Fish, turkey, chicken, lamb, bison. Eliminate all packaby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Susan - sure in some individuals fish oil might be a problem. I typically suspect that it could be the type of fish oil - maybe not molecularly distilled, pharmaceutical grade. Could be in gel caps that are reactive in that person - ie, higher free glutamate from the gelatin/protein. Could also be rancid and the person doesn't know it. Numerous variables. I think the liquid is a betterby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hans - it's a beautiful thing to reach out and touch someone - and you've touched many of us. I'm eternally grateful for your kindness, generosity and knowledge. Special blessings to you. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
I agree with Tony - note the description of pericardial effusion. After ablation, an afibber I know sufferedd greatly from both the fluid around the heart and pericarditis. You should have this checked immediately. It's unfortunate the EP is not closer but don't delay as it could be very serious. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Lucille - you may gain some insight by reviewing the comments in these posts as to whom to see on the West Coast. Jackie <; <; <; <; <; <;by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
More from Dr. Blaylock on cholesterol: " Lowering inflammatory chemicals reduces cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease, as well as heart failure and arrhythmia. Studies of people who have had heart-bypass surgery or coronary stenting have shown that the strongest predictor of future problems, like a closing of an artery, is not cholesterol levels. Its elevation of inflammatory chemicals.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Mark - this was explained to me also by Dr. Natale when I asked prior to my ablation 5 years ago.... he said to visualize the balloon catheter as a round, hard surface and the anatomy of a pulmonary vein where it enters the heart can be in any configuration. which is soft and somewhat flexible.. it never fits exactly to the shape of the balloon and therefore the burns leave many tiny gaps that tby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
From the Blaylock Wellness Report on " Heart Saver: Protect Yourself From Heart Attacks and Strokes Introduction: Many people have been warned by health authorities that the primary cause of heart disease is an elevated level of cholesterol, due to either a poor diet or, more often, hereditary factors. This is largely a myth. An abundance of scientific evidence indicates that cholesterol itby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
The comment about migrant workers was not intended to be disparaging. It is a fact that hygiene practices are virtually non-existent and the fault obviously lies with the lack of education of employers about their own and employees hygiene habits. Even in the restaurant business, education falls short. We are all at the mercy of the void in proper education for food handlers on several leveby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Marian - I meant I don't add additional salt to anything I cook unless the recipe would be 'dead' without it. If I do add, then I do use the sea salt. Sorry if that was confusing. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hi Steve - I think Susan's comment to stay positive is highly significant. You do have an excellent EP and you are in good hands; a good outcome will prevail. I would just double check with your contact immediately to be sure they realize you are not on coumadin. We are all here in support of your decision and we realize how agonizing it's been for you along this journey. Soon, alby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM