Can You Prevent Atrial Fibrillation? The Truth About AFib Triggers and Progression

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Can you prevent atrial fibrillation (AFib)? The answer is both yes and no. While you can’t stop AFib cells from forming as you age, there are steps you can take to slow its progression and reduce the frequency of episodes—especially in the early stages.

What You’ll Learn in This Video:
1. The Nature of AFib: How abnormal heart cells form and spread as you get older.
2. Risk Factors That Accelerate AFib:
• High blood pressure, sleep apnea, diabetes, smoking, and more.
3. Early Stage AFib Triggers:
•Stress, stimulants, caffeine, and alcohol can wake up AFib cells, even when they’re dormant.
4. How AFib Progresses:
• From small episodes (early stages) to permanent AFib over time.
5. Practical Tips:
• How to manage triggers and lifestyle factors to minimize AFib episodes and slow its progression.

While AFib may not be entirely preventable, understanding its stages and triggers can help you stay ahead of it and take control of your heart health.

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