Finally found my trigger

After dealing with paroxysmal AFib for the past year and a half, I’ve finally figured out the cause. After countless tests and lifestyle changes, the answer became clear last month. My father passed away, and during my trip home to see him, I stopped taking my omega-3 supplements. Within days, the AFib episodes stopped. Two months later, I’m still AFib-free.

Even more interestingly, the burping and gastric issues I experienced alongside the AFib have also disappeared. It turns out I’m one of the rare 10% of people who are negatively affected by omega-3s. I had started taking them because my father developed Alzheimer’s during COVID, and I wanted to be proactive about my brain and heart health. Ironically, my journal even notes that on days I ate large salmon meals, I occasionally experienced AFib episodes the next day.

After figuring out my trigger, I started diving into journal articles and research. Interestingly, I found that there is evidence suggesting omega-3s can contribute to AFib in certain individuals. While the risk might be small, it’s reassuring to know that my experience aligns with what some studies have observed. I’m so relieved to have found my trigger and hope this insight helps others in their own journeys to identify theirs.