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Home Remedies Index
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Natural Home Remedies for Palpitation
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Home Remedies for Palpitation.
(Irregular Heartbeat)
Palpitation, a common problem, is a state in which the
heart beats forcibly and, maybe, irregularly. It enables the
person to become aware of the action of his heart It is a
distressing condition but is not always serious.
The main symptom of palpitation of the heart is a kind of
'thumping' feeling in the chest The patient feels a real
discomfort in the front of the chest The pulse rate may
become faster than normal.
Palpitation of the heart may occur due to a variety of
factors, most of which may not be related to the^ heart
itself.Anything which increases the work load of the heart
may bring on this condition.
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Some persons may experience palpitations when lying on the left side, because the heart is nearer the chest
wall in that position. Many nervous persons suffer from this condition. Although palpitations do occur among
other symptoms in serious heart disease, the vast majority of cases are due to anxiety and have no direct
connection with heart disease whatsoever. Other causes contributing to this condition are an overful stomach,
flatulence, and constipation. Excessive smoking may also give rise to this disorder.
Home Remedy with Aniseed and Dry Coriander:
A mixture of powdered!
aniseed, dry coriander, and jaggery can also be used beneficially in the treatment of this condition. Equal
quantities of each of these three substances should be powdered. About six grams of this mixed powder should
be taken after each meal by the patient suffering from palpitation of the heart.
Home Remedy using Snake Gourd Leaves:
The leaves of snake gourd have been found beneficial in the treatment of palpitation of the heart The juice of
these leaves should be extracted and given in doses of one to two tablespoons thrice daily.
Home Remedy using Honey:
Honey has proved valuable in overcoming this condition. Honey is considered to be an excellent food for the
heart, being easily digested and assimilated. The patient should take a glass of water, mixed with a tablespoon
of honey and the juice of half a lemon, before going to bed.
Home Remedy with Indian Spikenard:
The herb Indian spikenard is also beneficial in the treatment of palpitation of the heart It stimulates the action of
the heart It should be taken in doses of two to three grams with the addition of a pinch of camphor and
cinnamon. It can also be taken as an infusion in doses of 30 to 60 ml, three times 1
a day.
Dietary Considerations for Palpitation
The patient suffering from palpitation of the heart should take a simple diet of natural foods, with emphasis on
fresh fruits, and raw or lightly cooked vegetables. He should avoid tea, coffee, alcohol, chocolate, soft drinks, all
white flour products, sugar, food colourings, chemical additives, white rice, and strong condiments. He should
restrict his diet to three meals a day. He should take fruits, milk, and a handful of nuts or seeds for breakfast in
the morning; steamed vegetables, wholewheat and a glass of buttermilk for lunch in the afternoon; and fresh
green vegetable salad, sprouts of alfalfa seeds, and cottage cheese or a glass of buttermilk for dinner.
Treatment with Grapes:
Grapes are one of the most effective home remedies for palpitation of the heart. The patient should take the
juice of this fruit at frequent intervals. This will relieve the condition.
Treatment using Guava:
The use of guava is another effective home remedy for palpitation of the heart The patient should eat a ripe
guava daily on an empty stomach. It is especially beneficial if this disorder caused by nervousness and anaemia.
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