According to Dr. Farkouh research studies state that there is an epidemic of diabetes in North America. The epidemic is due to the lack of exercise, the foods that we consume and our lifestyles and stress.

Our schools are cutting back on the physical education and the halls are lined with pop and candy machines, which also adds to the epidemic.

Parent’s are going through the drive up and getting dinner on their way home from work, which is usually loaded with fats. The parents will go through the same window grabbing a coffee loaded with caffeine, muffin or something worse for breakfast in a rush to get to work.

These are just a few of the things that are causing diabetes and heart failure in young adults and children to be at an epidemic level.

You will find more information by clicking here Dr. Michael Farkouh.

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How Your Heart Works

This week’s condition is: ARRHYTHMIA

Arrhythmias are disorders of the regular rhythmic beating of the heart. They’re common — as many as 2.2 million Americans are living with atrial fibrillation (one type of rhythm problem). Arrhythmias can occur in a healthy heart and be of minimal consequence. They also may indicate a serious problem and lead to heart disease, stroke or sudden cardiac death.

What are the causes?

• Atherosclerosis (arteries lined with fatty deposits)
• High blood pressure
• Inflammatory/degenerative conditions
• High or low blood and tissue concentrations of certain minerals, including potassium, magnesium and calcium
• Alcohol
• Cigarettes
• Recreational drugs

What are the risk factors?

• History of coronary heart disease, heart attack, or heart failure
• Heart valve disease
• Inflamed heart muscle/lining (endocarditis)
• Atherosclerosis
• Angina
• Congenial heart defects
• Chronic lung disease
• Pulmonary blood clots
• Emphysema
• Asthma
• Thyroid disorders
• Diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Excessive alcohol consumption
• Smoking
• Stimulant drug use including caffeine
• Men are more likely than women to develop atrial fibrillation
• Women with atrial fibrillation have a higher risk of premature death
• Older people more likely than younger

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Heart Condition Saturday: Arrhythmia