Thank you Doctors very informative detailed advice. I was a very active 72 year old, who worked full time showing potential tenants around properties, playing walking football 2 to 3 times a week and swimming at every opportunity and involved my my 3 grandchildren daily. Until having my life changing Pfizer Booster Vaccination and within days having breathing problems and then being diagnosed with AF after tests at hospital.
There are FOUR major issues which this discussion omits: 1 - How can we address the causes of AFib rather than manage the symptoms? What lifestyle choices should the patient consider (diet, exercise etc.)? 2 - If the majority of cases are not associated with the mitral valve, what are they caused by? 3 - Blood thinners carry an increased risk of other kinds of stroke (haemorragic I believe) - doesn’t this matter any more? 4 - Do these guidelines very according to whether the AFib is lone, paroxysmal or persistent?
The medical industry, like big pharma is not in the business of curing people, there’s no money in that. Look up Barbara O’Neil, Dr Eric Berg & Dr Ford Brewer for cures.
Absolutely no mention of root causes like mineral deficiency. Only addresses treating downstream affects of the symptoms. In my case magnesium cleared up my problem completely.
Hi John. I am 60 and have had NSR with a rate of 60 for the last 40 years. I eat relatively healthy. I exercise and am in better shape than average. I recently started having A fib. first time was at rate of 100. Now when it happens it is at a rate of 130. I am also a medical professional, so I have better than average knowledge. I had been studying about magnesium deficiencies causing various issues and had actually ordered ReMag, a liquid Mg with a high absorption and began taking it very frequently to try and saturate cells. I went into the Hospital where I work with Afib in 130's. Spent the night an a Cardizem drip and had a cardiac cath which I said I would never do. I did the cath because 2 weeks prior I had a Coronary Artery Calcium Scan done and it scored moderate at 139. Knowing I had some plaques, I wanted to see where they were so I knew my risk of heart attack. Anyway, I went home after the cath and was back in NSR until I did some exercise which triggered the Afib. The biggest concern of having Afib is that it increases the risk of having a stroke by 10 X. So I started taking a blood thinner and BP medication. Also never had high BP before. Always 120-130 over 70's. I am very much a believer in naturopathic medicine. I don't want to be on meds and blood thinners..I went to the health food store in town and bought another form of magnesium that has a patent on it from MIT called MagMind. So I am taking 2 forms of mag. Another thing I found was that low testosterone levels in men can lead to Afib, so I am also going to correct this. This is just for everyone's knowledge. I have had high cholesterol of 240 to 340 for the last 20 years. I have 2 small10 to 20% blockages. So don't believe the BS about cholesterol and don't take statins.
Most heart arrhythmias are linked to hormonal imbalances, but western medicine refuses to take the time and effort to address this. Treat the symptoms vs the cause is the easy way out.
Hey i have atrial vibrulation and i believe mine is magnesium but there not talking to me about it how low was yours if you dont mind me asking and how did yoy get back in rythm
Doctors, Adams and Bilizarian, cleared up the confusion about comparing valvular vs non-valvlar afib. Not absolute, but better than what the doctors advanced when I had asked others.
Perhaps before pushing yet another pill, you might consider an in-depth course in nutrition. A-fib is completely reversible in most cases, but in those who would benefit from 'thinner' blood, there are so many natural (plant-based) anticoagulants available, none of which carry negative side effects.
@@conniepayne4425 you're welcome. Nattokinase was actually recommended by my integrative cardiologist when I didn't want to continue rx blood thinner. So far, so good
At the end of the day people have all sorts of health issues due to a lack of minerals and vitamins. Low magnesium levels and Vit B1 are major contributing factors to AF & flutters.
About shared decision making: A significant percentage of patients eventually elect on their own to quit blood thinners. I wonder if shared decision making increases the likelihood of compliance down the road.
I am a 64 y.o. athlete who still races bicycles who had incidences of Afib. My last 2 video describe what I did and how things were after my latest Afib incident.
I had An episode of Afib went to ER they gave me medicine to convert my heart beat back to normal. It worked but I am now in Brady rhythm. My heart beat between 48 to 58. I am on Eliquis.
77 yo F . current EMT and skier, biker, rower, scout leader, normal BP and weight. had 1 episode high heart rate of 170 beats/min due to narrowly avoiding auto wreck. (bpm self resolved to normal 80 bpm in 15 minutes. no other symptoms. ) my cardio MD now wants me on b blocker and anti coagulant Eliquis for life due to CHADv = 2. (over 77 and female.) how do I get a consult with you????
if a doctor wants us to take a certain medication then as the patient / client of the doctor we need to know every single possible side effect and drug interaction...Anything less , run like hell because your best interests are not there.
Had several reversions..had ablation....had lots of drug regiments.. cut out all alcohol...haven't had a single event in6 months..can't say for sure it was the alcohol but wish I'd tried that years ago..note...was always a light drinker
GreylinRose Nearly every drug, especially those dealing with life sustaining processes will or has dealt with some sort of lawsuit(s). Aspirin, Tylenol, etc have had many lawsuits as well. Great beneficial drugs, but some have a side effect and feel suing is a good route to go.
It's common practice for big pharma to launch these class action law suits for potential patients to sign onto, and receive a small settlement; however, they have to sign away their right to sue the companies regarding the medicine in the future. For example the typical class action benefit is about $2,000-$5,000. The patient/defendant might die later, and a lawsuit could be worth millions against the drug companies. Now the family is not able to sue for the death of their loved one if that person accepted the class action award, and signed away their right to sue again. Pretty smart on the part of big pharma to save a ton of money. All those drug law suits are started by the drug companies. That's our first clue to never sign away your right to sue them.
I was taking a couple of capsules of combined types of magnesium and still developed A-Fib...but my cardiologist and I believe that I probably had it for several years before it gave me a major problem. I don't have the mitrial regurgitation either but I prefer Warfarin because it is easier to reverse...and I have my INR checked every Tuesday to ensure that I stay within guidelines (as I eat a lot of kale and other leafy greens some weeks but not others)
Magnesium is great, but it may not work for everyone. You need to ID the root cause. It could be tissue damage, it could be nerve damage. New studies have shown that insulin resistance causes a glucose deficiency in atrial muscle cells that can lead to A-fib,.. BUT, there are other causes of A-fib such as vagus nerve irritation caused by hiatal hernia. If you find the root cause, you can treat the disease.
Thank you Doctors very informative detailed advice. I was a very active 72 year old, who worked full time showing potential tenants around properties, playing walking football 2 to 3 times a week and swimming at every opportunity and involved my my 3 grandchildren daily.
Until having my life changing Pfizer Booster Vaccination and within days having breathing problems and then being diagnosed with AF after tests at hospital.
SAME here 2 vaccines + 3 boosters. But stamina loss and weakness.
@@willmoore1304 will I had 2 Pfizer vaccines and 1 Pfizer Booster Vaccination Jab.
There are FOUR major issues which this discussion omits:
1 - How can we address the causes of AFib rather than manage the symptoms? What lifestyle choices should the patient consider (diet, exercise etc.)?
2 - If the majority of cases are not associated with the mitral valve, what are they caused by?
3 - Blood thinners carry an increased risk of other kinds of stroke (haemorragic I believe) - doesn’t this matter any more?
4 - Do these guidelines very according to whether the AFib is lone, paroxysmal or persistent?
The medical industry, like big pharma is not in the business of curing people, there’s no money in that.
Look up Barbara O’Neil, Dr Eric Berg & Dr Ford Brewer for cures.
Absolutely no mention of root causes like mineral deficiency. Only addresses treating downstream affects of the symptoms. In my case magnesium cleared up my problem completely.
John Cardillo what magnesium did you take was it a health supplements type and what was it called please.
Hi John. I am 60 and have had NSR with a rate of 60 for the last 40 years. I eat relatively healthy. I exercise and am in better shape than average. I recently started having A fib. first time was at rate of 100. Now when it happens it is at a rate of 130. I am also a medical professional, so I have better than average knowledge. I had been studying about magnesium deficiencies causing various issues and had actually ordered ReMag, a liquid Mg with a high absorption and began taking it very frequently to try and saturate cells. I went into the Hospital where I work with Afib in 130's. Spent the night an a Cardizem drip and had a cardiac cath which I said I would never do. I did the cath because 2 weeks prior I had a Coronary Artery Calcium Scan done and it scored moderate at 139. Knowing I had some plaques, I wanted to see where they were so I knew my risk of heart attack. Anyway, I went home after the cath and was back in NSR until I did some exercise which triggered the Afib. The biggest concern of having Afib is that it increases the risk of having a stroke by 10 X. So I started taking a blood thinner and BP medication. Also never had high BP before. Always 120-130 over 70's. I am very much a believer in naturopathic medicine. I don't want to be on meds and blood thinners..I went to the health food store in town and bought another form of magnesium that has a patent on it from MIT called MagMind. So I am taking 2 forms of mag. Another thing I found was that low testosterone levels in men can lead to Afib, so I am also going to correct this. This is just for everyone's knowledge. I have had high cholesterol of 240 to 340 for the last 20 years. I have 2 small10 to 20% blockages. So don't believe the BS about cholesterol and don't take statins.
Most heart arrhythmias are linked to hormonal imbalances, but western medicine refuses to take the time and effort to address this. Treat the symptoms vs the cause is the easy way out.
Hey i have atrial vibrulation and i believe mine is magnesium but there not talking to me about it how low was yours if you dont mind me asking and how did yoy get back in rythm
Absolutely bull shit
Doctors, Adams and Bilizarian, cleared up the confusion about comparing valvular vs non-valvlar afib. Not absolute, but better than what the doctors advanced when I had asked others.
thank you so much for this video. very highly informative for people who has AF like me.
How about an UPDATE?? This medical information is 4 years old!!!
Thank you for this great review on A,. Fib.
Perhaps before pushing yet another pill, you might consider an in-depth course in nutrition. A-fib is completely reversible in most cases, but in those who would benefit from 'thinner' blood, there are so many natural (plant-based) anticoagulants available, none of which carry negative side effects.
Like what?
Like tumeric, Zyflamend, nattokinase just to name a few natural blood thinners. For people who are not willing to take rat poison....
Donna Behymer Thanks!
@@conniepayne4425 you're welcome. Nattokinase was actually recommended by my integrative cardiologist when I didn't want to continue rx blood thinner. So far, so good
@@donnabehymer8524 Drs. Have me on aspirin
Thanks so much - very helpful
At the end of the day people have all sorts of health issues due to a lack of minerals and vitamins. Low magnesium levels and Vit B1 are major contributing factors to AF & flutters.
About shared decision making: A significant percentage of patients eventually elect on their own to quit blood thinners. I wonder if shared decision making increases the likelihood of compliance down the road.
I am a 64 y.o. athlete who still races bicycles who had incidences of Afib. My last 2 video describe what I did and how things were after my latest Afib incident.
Very good presentation. Said more slowly, please, I am in Uruguay.
I had An episode of Afib went to ER they gave me medicine to convert my heart beat back to normal. It worked but I am now in Brady rhythm. My heart beat between 48 to 58. I am on Eliquis.
77 yo F . current EMT and skier, biker, rower, scout leader, normal BP and weight. had 1 episode high heart rate of 170 beats/min due to narrowly avoiding auto wreck. (bpm self resolved to normal 80 bpm in 15 minutes. no other symptoms. ) my cardio MD now wants me on b blocker and anti coagulant Eliquis for life due to CHADv = 2. (over 77 and female.) how do I get a consult with you????
good overview of new guidelines for AF
Seems to a very popular topic of late.
What happened to the audio?
if a doctor wants us to take a certain medication then as the patient / client of the doctor we need to know every single possible side effect and drug interaction...Anything less , run like hell because your best interests are not there.
This is the second tape I've listened to with no mention whatsoever of inflammatory disease. What are you thinking?
@ Nancy Hall: Yes, related to the tooth etc...
Sa good info on a fib and shared information between patients and dr.
Had several reversions..had ablation....had lots of drug regiments.. cut out all alcohol...haven't had a single event in6 months..can't say for sure it was the alcohol but wish I'd tried that years ago..note...was always a light drinker
Dr. Bilazarian talks so fast, I had extreme difficulty understanding what he was saying. I had to quite about half-way through because of this.
Interesting
Good review just Dr B talks way too fast!
why are the new drugs such as pradaxa now having lawsuits if they are so good?
Thanks
GreylinRose Nearly every drug, especially those dealing with life sustaining processes will or has dealt with some sort of lawsuit(s).
Aspirin, Tylenol, etc have had many lawsuits as well. Great beneficial drugs, but some have a side effect and feel suing is a good route to go.
It's common practice for big pharma to launch these class action law suits for potential patients to sign onto, and receive a small settlement; however, they have to sign away their right to sue the companies regarding the medicine in the future. For example the typical class action benefit is about $2,000-$5,000. The patient/defendant might die later, and a lawsuit could be worth millions against the drug companies. Now the family is not able to sue for the death of their loved one if that person accepted the class action award, and signed away their right to sue again. Pretty smart on the part of big pharma to save a ton of money. All those drug law suits are started by the drug companies. That's our first clue to never sign away your right to sue them.
RobinHoodAZ
Waste of time watching this. What about getting to causes and lifestyle?
The intro music sounds as if we are about to be at a funeral. I don’t trust medicine for a fib, I have bad side effects with them
Magnesium for the heart is all you need to strengthen the heart but these type of doctors never tell you that
I was taking a couple of capsules of combined types of magnesium and still developed A-Fib...but my cardiologist and I believe that I probably had it for several years before it gave me a major problem. I don't have the mitrial regurgitation either but I prefer Warfarin because it is easier to reverse...and I have my INR checked every Tuesday to ensure that I stay within guidelines (as I eat a lot of kale and other leafy greens some weeks but not others)
Magnesium is great, but it may not work for everyone. You need to ID the root cause. It could be tissue damage, it could be nerve damage. New studies have shown that insulin resistance causes a glucose deficiency in atrial muscle cells that can lead to A-fib,.. BUT, there are other causes of A-fib such as vagus nerve irritation caused by hiatal hernia.
If you find the root cause, you can treat the disease.
Warfarin is rat poison, did you know that?
@@ldean8360 what about hyperthyroidism? That is what tests revealed on me
Study medicine.
no date on this post. There is a BAD reason for that. Beware.
why do these monsters all look like over paid business men
Because they are businessmen with a medical degree
rambo man Because you stereotype white people of age in suits as an evil businessman and. monster.
Monster yourself.
Slow down your speech Doctor too fast too loud