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Associations of Dietary and Lifestyle Components with Atrial Fibrillation

Klaudia Leszto1, Weronika Frąk1, Szymon Kurciński1

  • 1Department of Nephrocardiology, Medical University of Lodz, Ul. Zeromskiego 113, 90-549 Lodz, Poland.

Nutrients
|February 10, 2024
PubMed

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Atrial fibrillation (AF) management can be improved with lifestyle changes. This review highlights how diet and physical activity are key non-pharmacological strategies for patients with this heart rhythm disorder.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Nutritional Science

Background:

  • Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common arrhythmia with serious health risks like stroke and heart failure.
  • Managing AF effectively remains a significant clinical challenge.
  • Non-pharmacological interventions are increasingly important in patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the relationship between atrial fibrillation, lifestyle, and diet.
  • To explore non-pharmacological management strategies for AF.
  • To emphasize integrating lifestyle changes into AF treatment plans.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of diverse studies.
  • Analysis of findings on lifestyle interventions for AF.
  • Focus on physical activity and dietary choices.

Main Results:

  • Lifestyle factors significantly influence atrial fibrillation.
  • Dietary habits and physical activity show promise in AF management.
  • Evidence supports non-pharmacological approaches as adjunctive therapies.

Conclusions:

  • Lifestyle modifications, including diet and exercise, are crucial for managing atrial fibrillation.
  • Integrating these changes into treatment strategies can improve patient outcomes.
  • Further research into personalized lifestyle interventions is warranted.

Keywords:
atrial fibrillationdietnon-pharmacological therapiesobesityphysical activityrisk factorssedentary lifestylesleepsmokingweight loss

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