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Denny - Sure. While lying on supine (facing up) he places the fingers of his one hand just under the rib cage and has me either breath out or in and hold or exhale for a timed period while he presses in and downward. The pressure is fairly hard and while it doesn't actually hurt, you know something is being done. Sometimes he then uses a mechanical device which makes a clicking sound aby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
I found another clip that seems timely to bring up again - we've seen it in the past but we tend to forget. I also encourage everyone new to the BB to go to the Conference Room and visit PC's excellent post on Magnesium, Potassium and LAF.... He also mentions taurine there... Session 14A Clips: Taurine appears to impact cardiac arrhythmias through various pathways. For examplby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Carol and Pam - when I was investigating why so many of my events occurred during the wee hours, the doctors I was seeing were focusing on circadian rhythm, elevated cortisol levels, and hypoglycemic effects. The bending and torquing also has to do with the baroreceptors in the diaphragm area, but moreover, I'm thinking it was the elevated stress hormone since I often didn't even getby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Ron - I check the reference I have "A-Z Guides to drug-herb-vitamin-Interactions" and taurine is not mentioned in the Warfarin section. I took taurine right along with my coumadin before and after ablation. Until I started adding taurine to my supplementation protocol, I didn't experience the stabilization of breakthrough arrhythmia while on Flecanide; at the same time, I alsoby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Susan - Hans has answered and I agree. For some people, Q10 may be too stimulatory. My experience is that I had no problem taking CoQ10 daily and I took large doses - plus an extra 100 mg. whenever I went into afib. But, then, as we say, we are all different. The best approach is to stop taking it for a 2 - 3 weeks and note any significant changes. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Nick - I just checked and Jarrow taurine is still there - bargain price as well! You just probably missed it. I typed Jarrow taurine in the search box and it came up immediately. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Ron - Chealated magnesium glycinate does not depend on stomach acid to be absorbed in the small intestine. When it reaches that site, it is ready to go into the blood. The only problem with that particular product is they use bioperene to enhance absorption and it may be harsh on the stomach in some people. In that case, taking it with meals will make absolutely no difference in how the magnesby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
A small test on patients with gastritis and H. pylori infection ate 7, 14, and 28 grams of broccoli sprouts on an empty stomach twice a day for 7 days. Testing by stool antigen for H.pylori and also urea breath test was done at 8 days and 35 days. Four patients who had symptoms at baseline, two improved, one had no change, and one reported worsening. Six patients rated the taste of broccoliby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Dick - Jay Cohen makes good sense. Another book is The Cholesterol Myth by Uffe Ravnskoff, MD. And, if anyone wants to learn about the experiences of the former astronaut and medical doctor for the NASA team, Duane Graveline, MD, they should read "Lipitor - the Thief of Memory".... Dr. Graveline also has a really interesting website at www.spacedoc.net. He describes his experience wby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Claire - Good luck in your search. If I were you, I'd plan on getting a second and maybe a third opinion before you agree to a pacemaker. We had one poster here who went for the pacemaker and was happy with it, but he was told it would have no affect on his afib. He eventually had an ablation with Dr. Natale here at the CCF. Susan - That tilt experience sounds horrible and really baby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Susan - that's terrific news about the Angelica Root. Glad you had the courage to try it. Let's hope this points you in the right direction for regaining health. Good luck. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Here's a really good article on what happens when we don't have enough stomach acid. Digestion and Inflammatory Disease by Judy Kitchen According to Michael D. Gershon, MD, approximately 20% of Americans are disabled, or at least miserably affected, by functional bowel disease. However, only ten percent of those afflicted discuss their disorder with a doctor.1 People are often too eby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Shaun - I've taken Candex in the past with no problems although I did have die-off that manifested in a rash with the anti-Candida Metagenics product that I took first and then I finished off the deed by using Candex for two rounds. This was 5 years ago and I still test negative for candida...although it is impossible to kill all of it, nothing at a pathogenic level remains. The Candexby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Rob - if you take supplemental calcium without an equal amount of magnesium to balance it out, calcium will occupy the heart cells and calcium is excitatory. This is written in the book, The Magnesium Factor, by Mildred Seelig, MD, MPH.... a magnesium researcher for over 40 years. I found that I had to give up supplemental calcium because it always caused me afib. I was apparently low in magnby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Gordon - Got it! Excellent, as usual. This article is a 'keeper'. I hope everyone takes time to read it. Thanks, Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Landis - That's really too bad. The lack of conveyance from doctors regarding drug side effects is simply tragic. Informed Consent is still alive and well as far as I know yet we rarely see it practiced to the full extent. It requires the doctor to give you full disclosure about all the pros and cons of the drug or medical procedure he is prescribing. Few of us get that consideration.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
LeAnn - Here's a great explanation I found on the Internet.... Potassium metal and potassium that you get when you eat a banana are in two different forms. Potassium metal is a "sea" of atoms that all share a sea of electrons--the fact that the electrons dissociate from the nuclei is the main reason that metals conduct electricity so well. The potassium in a banana is anby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Thomas - Paxil is a terrible drug. I saw many patients who were made worse by it and they didn't even have afib. Most of those anti-depressants seem to create other problems in the long run. Good that you no longer use it. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Mark - after my ablation and then a glitch which required cardioversion, I was left with a racing heart beat but only for 10 - 20 beats. My holter monitor recorded them and it was diagnosed as sinus tachycardia. Dr. Natale said it sometimes happens in people with thyroid disoders. At the time, I was tinkering with a thyroid problem thought to be caused by the trauma to the body from ablation.by Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Bob - that's a great find. Thanks for this link. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Rob and Joyce Undoubtedly the best method of getting potassium is from blending whole foods. That way, you also get the fiber which is absent in canned vegetable juice... and since the recommended fiber intake is 25 grams a day, most people fall very short in this requirement as well. A serving of V8 juice is more than just 8 veggies. It has added sodium chloride for taste....and possibby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Gordon - I've not yet received his latest newsletter. Perhaps my spam filter ate it? I'll check the filter box. Thanks. BTW - Dr. Murray has been my 'teacher' over the years about what to look for in health agendas. I have a huge amount of respect for his knowledge and expertise. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Gay - triggers and body chemistry change with time and afib also changes in its nature - again with time. Could be you are becoming intolerant to some of the foods you used to be able to consume including alcohol. Overload by the BB only happens if you let it. It can be overwhelming so don't let it burden you. Your supplements would seem to make sense but not everyone tolerates them sby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Lynn - In the book you recommended to me on hypertension - by Dr. Moore? I think? I believe he says it was something like 20 grams? Going from a couple years ago memory. In any event, eating the way the ancestors did surely should be helpful since it eliminates any processed foods or sugar and grains weren't grown either. Meat was only occasional with a big kill that had to last so it wby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Carol - regulated corsisol production by supporting the adrenals as evidenced by the Adrenal Stress Profile testing. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Gordon - you know my thoughts on statins. : ) Big Pharma is on a roll with trying to drum up more reasons to push statins on everyone. This study is a typical example. Taking a statin to prevent cataracts would be an overkill considering the risk/benefit factor. I recently attended a seminar where statins were mentioned, although the focus was on detoxing and not statins. The doctor saidby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Rob - I hope you get this worked out so you can take minimal drugs and still stay in NSR with no coumadin. Good luck. You comment that sodium isn't an issue - but I have to point out that sodium will displace potassium inside the heart cells and we need the potassium inside the cells. I understand your dilemma being unable to find appropriate supplements, but do take into account that ifby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
I totally agree about the millions of dollars spent on afib research but to what end? Drugs and Surgery? How about some solid research via patient population studies into the cause of afib rather than finding out how to cure it with drugs and surgery but rather checking intracellular status in various scenarios of afib - with supplements, without supplements, etc.? As far as we know, and tby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Mark - sometimes we just have to allow the body to rest and catch up. Good to listen to your body. Hope you find a solution to the current problem. Regards, Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Rob - I am fully aware of what the Paleo diet involves and follow pretty much the same type diet myself...I was only suggesting that perhaps for you it wasn't working as well as with some people who need more carbs. I understand that the Paleo diet eliminates grains. That's the best approach but some people need some help during the transition. Incidentally, sugary fruit - go easy onby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM