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Thanks for adding this, Shannon. I've been following the advice to use (on empty) in the morning and I definitely notice more muscle stamina. I'll try some at bedtime too. Jackieby Jackie - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
Ken - I was told absolutely not to have cardioversion prior to having the touch up. You could ask if a cancellation occurs, if you could called. I did and fortunately, it was perfect timing. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Apparently there is risk of impurities even in "pure, cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oil" that can affect sensitive individuals. Do you use it cold or use it heated in cooking when you notice the PACs? Have you tried changing brands and do you get the same PAC reaction? Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Thanks Todd - and the other issue is to help mask the knowledge that high fructose corn syrup .. is still corn syrup derived from GMO corn...so there are many dark issues here. The general public remains clueless. The boxed cereal blends that incorporate sweeteners are among the worst possible foods and yet if you look at the carts in supermarket checkout lines, they remain heaped with large bby Jackie - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
Thanks, Lynn - that's good to know. From their website: In the fall of 2009 a small group of committed professionals, suffering from quinolone toxicity syndrome, began working together to understand the mechanisms involved in this misunderstood syndrome. Working in relative anonymity, they began reviewing past and current science, recruiting and networking medical researchers, andby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Lynn - I do eat meat, chicken and fish along with veggies and nuts and protein powders as protein sources and in addition, I supplement with an amino acid complex. After refreshing my memory about the L-glutamine as a muscle strength aid, I just added the glutamine powder to the pea protein powder that I use either for breakfast, lunch or snack if I need one. I seem to notice it makes a diffeby Jackie - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
Yes, it is a lot to learn about, but critically important--foundationally for overall good health which always begins with gut assessment. Your doctor should take the lead and order the appropriate testing to rule out any and all influences that can promote arrhythmia. And, it goes without saying, using a PPI just delays finding the true source. You may need to find a practitioner of funcby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
afibber - Pleased to see that you've ruled out the H.pylori. How about the Candida? Sorry that I didn't comment on the exercise observation. My immediate thought is that since you are still on the PPIs, then that underlies the core issue... not enough stomach acid to digest food properly... they do work as advertised, but disrupt what Mother Nature intended. You'll have moby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hello afibbers and welcome. It's not at all uncommon for gastric distress, GERD, bloating, etc to underlie the onset of an afib event. If you use the search feature for some of those terms, you'll find an abundance of posters asking similar questions and discussing their findings. Ultimately, the solution for gastric distress is the fact that it's commonly due to the inabiliby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
In the August 20, 2015 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine, two respected experts on pesticides and children’s environmental health call for the FDA to require mandatory labeling of GMO foods. Currently, the FDA does not require labeling of genetically modified foods, even though 65 countries mandate the labeling of GM foods, and more than 90 percent of Americans support it. Last monby Jackie - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
In the August 20, 2015 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine, two respected experts on pesticides and children’s environmental health call for the FDA to require mandatory labeling of GMO foods. Currently, the FDA does not require labeling of genetically modified foods, even though 65 countries mandate the labeling of GM foods, and more than 90 percent of Americans support it. Last monby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Hi John - So pleased to read you are doing well. I can relate to the Austin August heat as my second ablation was last August. When I returned for #3 this year, April, the weather was certainly more tolerable (for me) and I actually had some time and felt well enough both times to see a bit of the city. I certainly wish you well during the recovery phase and that your 6-mos TEE allowsby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
This launches the first report in a series of Healthy Aging Tips focusing on unique, useful observations not typically mentioned as common aids for healthy aging. Since can be of interest to afibbers of all ages, I’m posting the here, but future “Tips” will appear in the General Health Forum. In reality though, Healthy Aging Tips apply to anyone breathing who would like to live well as long as pby Jackie - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
Thanks, Shannon... I should have also asked... do you order them yourself or does your local doctor cooperate and order them in for you. That's typically a problem here... as for instance, my PCP will not order those specialized tests. I can get them through my FM MD, but the office visit and results visit is not covered by insurance and that's pricey. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Oops...pardon my error in reading Bill's Exatest magnesium level as within range where in fact, it is (obviously) just below the low-normal range. Maybe I need to visit my Ophthalmologist... soon! It's good to see this emphasis on the Exatest ratio results... esp. this one: Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Shannon - can you give an idea of the costs of the Meridian Valley, DUTCH and Rhein Labs? I presume those aren't typically covered by insurance or Medicare which cover the ones I've used. And I fully understand the importance of the more definitive tests... just that costs can be out of sight when you have to pay out of pocket. Thanks, Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
amyorca... the Cardiac or High Sensitivity C-reactive Protein test is the best indicator of inflammation...( HS-CRP) is the test to request... and the other risk factors for "thick, sticky blood" are covered in this report: Sticky, thick blood - risk of stroke or MI September 06, 2012 Then go to this search result... and follow some of the posts regarding inflammation andby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
The "wheat belly guy".... is Cardiologist... William Davis, MD.... who wrote the book by that name. Dr. Perlmutter is the functional neurologist who well-recognized for his advanced methods of preventing and treating neurological disorders. Dr. Perlmutter does talk about Grain Brain in one of his books and describes those successes that result from dietary discrimination. He iby Jackie - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
Typical testing done on routine checkups with allopathic physicians don’t often include the specialized testing required to evaluate specific nutrient levels or other markers which can signal trouble areas specific to the body’s metabolic requirements. My long and extensive medical history includes medical negligence from never testing my iodine levels or a full thyroid panel. Had that beenby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Que - You'll definitely have to supplement aggressively to get your OH D numbers in the 'healthy' range... Those two products by LEF are good ones. Good luck with that project. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Since a significant number of Afibbers have thyroid issues, this report is worth noting and the warning has been mentioned in the past. An Antibiotic that is Worrisome for Thyroid Patients By Ronald Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O., D.A.C.B.N., M.S. When it comes to life-threatening infections, antibiotics have been a God Send, however for minor infections the following antibiotics areby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Bill - Thanks for taking the time to publish your results. Keep in mind that while it appears you have a correlation between the blood levels of magnesium and Intracellular levels, that’s actually not the case. While you are in range with the Exatest, your levels are still on the low side. Also pay particular attention to your potassium numbers which (also) while in range are on the loby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Bill- Would you mind posting your Exatest results for all of the components and ratios? I think it would be useful for new readers. Other than noticing improvement of various, common magnesium deficiency symptoms, you're correct, there is no way to know for sure other than accurate testing. Please realize that repletion of magnesium inside cells can take a long time; and in soby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Difference in Paleolithic cultures compared to 'modern' man....no automobiles or trucks for transportation....and they ran or walked and burned off simple carbs from root tubers...every day and often all day so the consequences of starchy carbs was not an issue for them. How does Glutathione and Parkinson's relate to this discussion?by Jackie - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
Nancy - have you used the magnesium bicarbonate water made from the WW concentrate? That offers the dual benefit of a highly beneficial form of magnesium plus the alkalizing effect to manage tissue pH. What is it about those you've tried that don't you like? Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Liz - whatever works for you and Dr. Brownstein... you asked; I offered. Based on the research and patient results over the 25 years that bone morphogenic protein has been utilized to improve bone quality, I would think you'd want the added advantage from the BMP or Cyplexinol and not just that for the joint/cartilage support. Since you had that trauma, you expressed concern and I was mby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Apache - Re: the calcium deposits... that's why also supplementing with the K2 MK7 is important as an adjunct to higher dosing of Vitamin D3... as free serum calcium can deposit in all soft tissues including arteries, aorta, kidneys etc... as stated.. the major function of the MK7 is to direct the calcium to bones where it belongs. When one takes warfarin, the calcium deposition into sofby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Sorry San - I missed your post and question. I don't believe I posted a protocol. Initially, I was tested and then directed to various supplements that help support adrenals. Started with one product from Metagenics and eventually changed to Designs for Health called Adrenotone along with adding Ashwaganda separately and one capsule of the adrenal glandular support called Adrenal Compby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
Yes, Mike - so will I... stop the Eliquis if I'm cleared. But I fully intend to resume all of the natural products that offer blood thinning properties and yet have none of the side effects of these NOACs and be monitored a couple times a year to be sure I'm low on inflammation and the other risk factors that promote adverse clotting. Jackieby Jackie - AFIBBERS FORUM
In the Paleo type diet, one can eat an abundance of non-starchy veggies ... and take in plenty of complex carbs for proper metabolic function. It's the simple carb intake (starchy carbs that metabolize quickly to glucose) that cause health problems along with, of course, refined sugar and refined fat that was not available until the advent of 'civilization.' Examples of Paby Jackie - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM