How to control high pulse rate? - #12539
I am really worried about my health, and I need some advice on how to control high pulse rate. Last week, I went for a run, which is usual for me, but my heart felt like it was racing way more than it should have. I checked my pulse and it was over 120! That's super high, right? I've never experienced this before. I’ve been feeling a bit more anxious lately, but I didn’t think a little stress would affect my pulse this much. I tried to relax and I drank lots of water, but my pulse rate stayed elevated for a couple hours after that. I even asked my friend if it was normal for someone my age—early 30s—to have this kind of reaction, but she seemed worried too. I recently ate a lot of salty snacks, and could that maybe be a reason for high pulse rate? I also had coffee earlier that day. I’m not sure if that contributes to my problems. I read some things online that said breathing exercises could help, so I’m thinking about trying that. But honestly, I just really need to know how to control high pulse rate effectively before it becomes a bigger issue. Any tips or home remedies? Or should I just go to a doctor already?
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