What should patients with atrial fibrillation not eat? Diet and health care are the most important

A very common type of arrhythmia is atrial fibrillation. Many heart diseases can cause atrial fibrillation. Severe cases can lead to serious complications and threaten the patient's life. For patients with atrial fibrillation, daily diet is very important. They should quit smoking and drinking, and avoid eating too sweet or too salty foods.

1. Diet and health care

Precautions in the lives of patients with atrial fibrillation include: quitting smoking, limiting alcohol consumption, limiting or not using caffeine. Some patients may need to avoid substances containing caffeine such as tea, coffee, cola, and some over-the-counter medications. Be cautious when using certain cough or cold medicines, which may contain stimulants that may promote irregular heart rhythms. Before taking them, you should ask a doctor or read the instructions to see if they are suitable for you.

2. Avoid 1. Avoid eating foods that are too sweet or too salty; 2. Avoid eating spicy foods; 3. Avoid eating high-fat or high-calorie foods.

3. Atrial fibrillation care

1. Actively treat the primary disease. The nursing routine for patients with atrial fibrillation is to regularly observe heart rate and blood pressure, and observe changes in heart rhythm. If the heart rate suddenly becomes too fast, too slow, or irregular, or there are obvious palpitations, shortness of breath, discomfort in the precordial area, or a drop in blood pressure, etc., they should be discovered in time and go to the hospital immediately for treatment.

2. Patients with atrial fibrillation should stay in bed and rest during the acute attack period. If the attack is mild, you can engage in appropriate activities or rest according to the condition of the primary heart disease and your physical condition.

3. Pay attention to diet regulation. Eat more foods rich in protein and vitamins, such as lean meat, fish, shrimp, eggs, milk, etc.; eat more fresh vegetables and fruits.

4. Patients with atrial fibrillation tend to be depressed, irritable, and low in mood. Nursing should focus on eliminating patients' mental worries and fears, keeping their mood calm, and enhancing their confidence in treating the disease. Avoid excessive emotions and long-term negative emotions.