Dodge Heart Palpitations with POTENT A-fib Fix
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted July 31, 2023
If you’ve ever felt your heart fluttering or “skipping a beat,” you may have experienced atrial fibrillation or A-fib.
It’s a common condition that can cause an irregular heartbeat, palpitations, fatigue, and even make you more likely to have a stroke or heart attack.
A-fib affects folks of ALL ages but tends to strike seniors more often.
And all the standard advice about heart health—from maintaining a healthy weight to regular exercise and controlling blood pressure—can reduce your risk for this dangerous condition.
But recent research reveals another powerful, drug-free tool that could help you dodge A-fib.
And believe it or not, you can pick it up at your local grocery store.
I’m talking about omega-3 fatty-acid-rich fish oil.
Recent research published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that folks with MORE omega-3 fatty acids in their diet were LESS likely to develop A-fib.
The extensive study included 301,294 participants and concluded that volunteers who got a minimum of 750 milligrams of omega-3s (EPA, DHA) daily were significantly less likely to suffer from the condition.
This is great news because mainstream medicine essentially considers A-fib non-treatable without surgery. So your best bet is to avoid it altogether.
Now, keep in mind this wasn’t a cause-and-effect type of study. So more research will be needed to nail down the precise relationship between omega-3s and A-fib risk.
But the data is solid. And this much smoke typically means fire.
Besides, plenty of OTHER fish-oil benefits make eating more wild-caught, fresh water, oily fish and taking a supplement a good idea.
- Heart Health: Numerous studies link omega-3s to lower blood pressure, healthier triglycerides, and less risk for blood clots. Plus, fish oil’s inflammation-reducing properties are associated with a healthy heart and blood vessels.
- Brain Health: Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is a type of omega-3 that supports better brain health. This fatty acid makes up a large part of the brain’s structure and is essential for brain growth and function. Omega-3s are linked to better cognitive function and memory and a lower chance of age-related cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s.
- Mental Health: Research shows omega-3s can often ease the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders.
- Eye Health: DHA is a big part of the retina in the eye. Age-related macular degeneration, the most common cause of vision loss in older people, is linked to low omega-3 levels. Plus, omega-3s also help keep the eyes moist, making dry eyes less likely.
- Inflammation: Chronic inflammation is linked to many health issues, including heart disease, arthritis, and autoimmune conditions. But omega-3 fatty acids are natural anti-inflammatories that can ease symptoms and help regulate your immune system response.
- Joint Health: Omega-3s reduce stiffness, pain, and inflammation in the joints, especially in folks with rheumatoid or psoriatic arthritis. Omega-3s can improve joint mobility and reduce the need for anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Skin Health: Omega-3s support the skin’s moisture barrier, lowering inflammation and encouraging cell turnover leading to younger-looking and healthier skin. The fatty acids can also ease the symptoms of troubling skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
If you aren’t ALREADY taking an omega-3 fatty acid supplement, you should consider changing that. After all, with all these benefits BEYOND lowering A-fib risk, you really can’t lose.
Just be sure to check with your doctor before you start.
P.S. Pairing THIS vital nutrient with omega-3 fatty acids slashes your autoimmune disease risk. And best of all, you can pick up this power couple at your local grocery store for a few bucks a month. CLICK HERE for all the details.
Source:
“Dietary ω-3 fatty acids and the incidence of atrial fibrillation in the Million Veteran Program,” The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Available online 20 June 2023, doi. org/ 10.1016/j.ajcnut.2023.06.001
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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