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Lifestyle Changes After an Ablation Can Dramatically Improve Success Rates

Travis Van Slooten |December 13, 2014 | 2 Comments

A new study by Australian researchers at the University of Adelaide in Australia shows compelling evidence that lifestyle changes after an ablation can dramatically affect the outcomes of the procedure. The study included more than 149 people who had a catheter ablation. Sixty-one of them took part in an aggressive “risk factor management” program after the procedure. The program aimed to reduce lifestyle risk factors such as: Being overweight High blood pressure High cholesterol High blood sugar levels Sleep breathing […]

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Study Claims Fish Oil Supplements Don't Prevent Atrial Fibrillation

Travis Van Slooten |October 25, 2014 | 5 Comments

I’ve got bad news for those of you that have been taking fish oil supplements in the hopes that it will help you manage Afib. Fish oil may have other benefits, but a recent study indicates that it probably isn’t doing that much for your heart. 64.1 percent of those taking fish oil for its omega-3 fatty acids experienced new bouts of atrial fibrillation over the course of 16 months, compared to 63.2 percent of those taking a placebo. Fish […]

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