Chattanooga, TN
A 51-year-old male asked:
anyone know how to help me eat better so my vagal nerve does not cause afib?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Mark Rasak answered
Cardiology 33 years experience
Avoid stimulants: Avoiding stimulants such as caffiene , nicotine, vold remedies with pseudophredine.
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Dr. Ryan Cooley answered
Cardiology 29 years experience
Anti-inflammation: I am not aware of any diet that manipulates vagal nerve activity. There is substantial evidence that af is at least partly related to inflammation and fibrosis. I would therefore try to increase foods with strong anti-oxidant properties.
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