Arrhythmia – The Root of the Problem

Arrhythmia is the term for an irregular heart rhythm and represents an irregularity in the rate and sequence of heartbeats. There are several types of arrhythmias, depending on the cause of the problem. Some types of arrhythmias do not require serious medications, some do, and in some cases surgical intervention is necessary.

Calcium

One of the most common causes is calcium, more precisely its retention in heart cells. Although essential for life, calcium in larger amounts inside the cell is toxic, as it is in the blood as well. Calcium has a large number of functions in the body, but one of the most important is its signaling role. This means it gives instructions to start certain functions in certain places. It also acts on another signaling molecule, cAMP (cyclic adenosine monophosphate). This is the reason for calcium-blocking medications.

Magnesium and Potassium

Calcium balance is influenced by magnesium and potassium, and a deficiency of these minerals leads to the accumulation of excess calcium. This happens in all muscles, but it is especially dangerous when it involves the heart muscles, which must work constantly. A deficiency of these two minerals is often found in people with more serious heart arrhythmia problems, and it results from a poor diet high in carbohydrates and refined sugar. Restoring these minerals to adequate levels takes a lot of time, sometimes even several months.

D-Ribose

D-ribose is the natural form of ribose and represents a building block and signaling molecule for cAMP. It improves the general condition of the heart muscles and is also recommended if you have muscle inflammation or fatigue. It passes through damaged tissue and reaches the heart cells, thus helping with angina, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue. An optimal dose would be 5 grams 2–3 times a day. D-ribose is not dangerous; taking larger amounts may simply lead to gas, bloating, intestinal discomfort, or diarrhea.

Caffeine

Caffeine inhibits the action of the enzyme phosphodiesterase, which leads to the breakdown of cAMP into AMP (adenosine monophosphate). One of the stimulating effects of caffeine is precisely an increase in cAMP levels.

Electromagnetic Radiation

The heart and brain have their own specific frequency, which is often disrupted by electromagnetic radiation from devices around us. Although very little is said about this, and its impact on health is sometimes dismissed, electromagnetic radiation is a serious problem that destroys our health from every angle. The most susceptible are people who are often near computers, laptops, and mobile phones.

Heavy exposure to devices can cause arrhythmia or worsen the condition of the heart.

Sleep Deprivation

Lack of sleep leads to irregular functioning of the nervous system as well as a significant increase in cortisol levels in the body over an extended period. Although it may seem like a trivial reason, lack of sleep is usually present together with some other cause listed above in people with arrhythmia.

Other

Besides caffeine, alcohol and stress (cortisol) cause cardiac arrhythmia, as does a poor diet rich in carbohydrates, which depletes vitamins and minerals.