Jane always prided herself on keeping up with the times. Juggling her career, family, and ever-buzzing smartphone, she hardly ever sat still. Late-night work calls, back-to-back meetings, endless cups of coffee, and an addiction to processed foods had become a part of her daily routine.
Then, one day, she felt an unusual flutter in her chest. It wasn’t the romantic kind, but a signal that her heart was pleading for attention. Jane was having an episode of atrial flutter.
What is Atrial Flutter?
Atrial Flutter, also known as ‘A flutter,’ is a condition where the upper chambers of the heart beat too quickly, causing an irregular rhythm.
Instead of the synchronized dance they usually perform, the atria (upper chambers) dance to a different, faster beat than the ventricles (lower chambers). This erratic beat can be unsettling, leading to palpitations, fatigue, and even more severe health complications.
On an EKG, doctors notice that atrial flutter has a sawtooth pattern.
Atrial flutter is a sister rhythm to its more common big brother, atrial fibrillation.
What Causes Atrial Flutter?
Aflutter is more than just a glitch in the heart’s rhythm; it’s often a lifestyle disease. While the heart might be a robust organ, it isn’t invincible against the daily onslaught of unhealthy choices.
At the heart (pun intended) of Aflutter’s cause is the violation of the ‘Eat Well, Live Well, Think Well‘ principle. The culprits?
- Poor Diet: A steady diet of processed foods, gluten, sugar, and the absence of nutrient-dense organic staples like wild seafood, fresh vegetables, and organ meat can set the stage for heart rhythm abnormalities.
- Environmental Toxins: The environment we reside in isn’t always kind to our bodies. Toxins, especially molds, can play a silent yet significant role in triggering Aflutter.
- Lifestyle Choices: The relentless stress of modern living, suboptimal sleep, lack of sunshine, and exposure to excessive electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from our addictive devices can strain our hearts, leading to conditions like Aflutter.
AFlutter can also be triggered by certain health conditions such as lung disease, diabetes, and thyroid imbalances. Sleep apnea, obesity, and alcohol use make one more likely to have AFlutter.
Can AFlutter Be Cured?
Here’s the silver lining. Aflutter isn’t always a life sentence. First, we must determine if atrial flutter is indeed impacting your heart. This can be achieved in the comfort of your own home through the Zio Patch monitor.
Then, we must understand why your heart is having difficulties. By identifying and addressing the root cause, it’s often possible to steer the heart back to its regular rhythm. This involves comprehensive testing, delving deeper to see if mold, heavy metals, inflammation, or any other factor is throwing the heart off its beat.
AFlutter Ablation
Ablation can be very successful for atrial flutter. But long term success, with the least short and long term toxicity, is best achieved in the optimized person. That is what we do at NHD. Get healthy BEFORE the ablation.
Next Steps
If you or someone you know is experiencing Aflutter, remember: it’s about “testing, not guessing.” Pinpointing the exact cause is pivotal. We invite you to consider a 20-minute complimentary call with one of our seasoned health coaches. They come armed with a wealth of experience in helping individuals navigate and overcome Aflutter. The heart has its language, and sometimes, all it needs is a bit of understanding and care. Don’t you think it’s time to listen?
