How to Avoid ‘Holiday Heart Syndrome’
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How to Avoid
‘Holiday Heart Syndrome’.
The term, coined in 1978, describes the influx of
emergency room patients during the holidays
suffering from irregular heart rhythms.
Atrial fibrillation feels like a
quiver in the chest and may be
accompanied by shortness of
breath and fatigue.
Alcohol appears to be a major
contributing factor, though salty
foods, stress and lack of sleep
can lead to the “perfect storm.”.
The key to preventing
holiday heart? .
Moderation in alcohol and eating. Getting plenty of exercise and plenty of sleep. And try to avoid big family discussions until after the holidays in order to minimize stress. , Cardiologist Dr. Kevin Campbell, via CNN Health
‘Holiday Heart Syndrome’.
The term, coined in 1978, describes the influx of
emergency room patients during the holidays
suffering from irregular heart rhythms.
Atrial fibrillation feels like a
quiver in the chest and may be
accompanied by shortness of
breath and fatigue.
Alcohol appears to be a major
contributing factor, though salty
foods, stress and lack of sleep
can lead to the “perfect storm.”.
The key to preventing
holiday heart? .
Moderation in alcohol and eating. Getting plenty of exercise and plenty of sleep. And try to avoid big family discussions until after the holidays in order to minimize stress. , Cardiologist Dr. Kevin Campbell, via CNN Health