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Question #17145
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how to reduce heart beat rate - #17145

Aayan

I am really worried about my heart lately. It started when I noticed that my heartbeat is wayyy faster than normal, like when I was just sitting watching TV! One time, it jumped to like 120 bpm outta nowhere. I thought I was just stressed, but then it kept happenin over the days. Friends are saying maybe it’s anxiety or something, but I just don’t know. I started googling how to reduce heart beat rate and found a bunch of stuff. Some say deep breathing helps, while others recommend meditation or even herbal teas? I tried chamomile tea but it didn’t really seem to do anything noticeable. And then I thought, could it be my diet? I’ve been eating way too much processed food lately, so maybe that’s affecting my heartbeat? I've been trying to exercise more, but I feel like I’m just making it worse sometimes. What do you doc's think? Do you have any tips on how to reduce heart beat rate that actually work? I feel like I don’t want to end up in the hospital or something serious. should I even be concerned or is this normal ebbs and flows of life? Help!

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Persistent elevated heart rate, or tachycardia, especially when you’re at rest could indeed be concerning and warrants a closer look at both lifestyle factors and potential underlying medical conditions. First, your heart rate can be influenced by a variety of factors: stress, anxiety, dietary habits, medical conditions like hyperthyroidism, an imbalance in electrolytes, or even too much caffeine. Absolutely, anxiety and stress are common causes of an increased heart rate, and techniques like deep breathing exercises and meditation can help manage these. I recommend trying slow, deep breathing through your nose and out through your mouth, as this can help activate the parasympathetic nervous system to reduce heart rate. However, if these don’t help, it’s important to investigate further. Reducing intake of caffeine and alcohol, cutting down on processed foods, and increasing hydration can also play a part in stabilizing the heart rate. You mentioned chamomile tea, which may help with relaxation, but its effects on heart rate aren’t necessarily profound. Regular moderate exercise usually helps improve cardiovascular health, but in cases where your heart seems to race afterward, it’s key to ensure you’re not overexerting. It could be that specific activities or intensity levels are too much at present. Keeping a journal of when the heart rate spikes can help to identify triggers or patterns that might not be immediately obvious. Importantly, consult your doctor to discuss the symptoms and undergo any necessary testings, such as ECG or blood tests, to ensure a more serious underlying condition isn’t present. This type of tailored evaluation is crucial, especially if the fast heart rate persists or is associated with other symptoms like dizziness or chest pain. Depending on the findings, your physician might discuss specific treatment options or lifestyle modifications designed for your unique situation.

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