A group of Cardiology researchers from the University of Maastricht (Holland) has revealed that atrial fibrillation is the most common type of arrhythmia in the population of Spain. This may be caused both due to genetic heart disease and lifestyle.
In depth
Published in the scientific journal ‘European Heart Journal‘, the study has analyzed how they affect cardiovascular health certain foods and drinks. Although more research is still needed on some foods such as fish, chocolate, salt and polyunsaturated or monounsaturated fatty acids, the research has shown a conclusion.
And it is the following: alcohol is one of the greatest enemies of the heart and its consumption can cause atrial fibrillation. As expected, It is an aspect that has surprised Spanish society and has generated some debate on social networks..
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“Based on available data, it is recommended abstinence or minimizing alcohol to reduce symptoms and fibrillation progression“they have forcefully explained the researchers. And it’s no wonder.
With respect to other drinks such as coffee, which are sometimes restricted to patients with heart problems or hypertension, experts have stated that it cannot be concluded that coffee consumption is related to this arrhythmia and they make an obvious difference with the alcohol: caffeine is not prohibited, but it is recommended not to consume it in excess.
To take into account
As if that were not enough, the effects of prolonged alcohol consumption on the brain can be lifelong.. In fact, it also creates an increased risk of depression, anxiety and low self-esteemin addition to affecting severely during puberty and change hormones in the body.
Last but not least, excessive consumption of this drink can develop inflammation in the liver and cirrhosis. The same way, It raises blood pressure, there is the possibility of damaging the heart muscle and it is important in the development of various cancers.like that of the breast, colon…
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