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Fish Oil Pills And Atrial Fibrillation

By Steven E. Reznick, M.D., Several years later, these researchers modified their the money-making opportunity but, in short order, over-
FACP – Boca Raton view and suggested that eating two fish meals a month, the-counter fish oils started appearing on the shelves of
The science of fish of canned tuna or salmon, was adequate. pharmacies and supermarkets. These supplements were
oils was introduced 40 This was the accepted standard for several years until not FDA evaluated and, for all practical purposes, no
years ago when researchers researchers began to detect heavy metals in the very one knew or cared where these supplements obtained
noted that individuals who cold-water fleshy types of fish they were encouraging their raw materials from and whether they too were
obtained fish oils by eating individuals to eat. Lead and arsenic were found in contaminated with lead, arsenic or cadmium. I like fish
two fleshy fish meals a tuna, salmon and other popular fish. The discovery was and have believed that the concentration of heavy metals
week seemed to lower their particularly distressing to women of childbearing age in fish would not likely affect an older adult, so I chose
elevated lipid levels and who were advised to avoid fish because the heavy metals to get my fish oils from eating a fish meal each week.
were less likely to develop produced fetal brain developmental damage. When I conduct an office visit with my patients we
cardiovascular diseases. I am not sure if it was the heavy metal toxicity or just review their medications plus vitamins, supplements, herbs
and minerals in detail. Fish oils are a popular and common
Does Sun Protective (UPF) part of many senior citizens’ daily medication routine.

In the Aug. 10 edition of Medscape, cardiologist and
Clothing Really Work? electrophysiologist John Mandrola, M.D., advances the
theory that fish oil supplements increase a patient’s risk
of developing the abnormal heart rhythm known as atrial
fibrillation (Afib). He evaluated several peer-reviewed
through microholes in the fabric. UPF clothing has a rating cardiology studies and concluded that fish oil supplements
that indicates how much UV radiation the fabric blocks. do not prevent mortality from heart disease and probably
UPF ratings typically range anywhere from 15 to 50 UPF. increase your risk of developing atrial fibrillation. He
But what do those numbers actually mean? Well, if your new goes on to say ”Omega-3 fatty acids reduce triglyceride
sun shirt comes with a 50 UPF rating that means your shirt levels, but this is not enough to adopt use of these pills.”
will only allow 1/50 or 2 percent of UV rays to get through. The lack of consistent reduction in cardiovascular events
Sounds pretty good, right?! and the off-target signal of (increased) Afib risk argue
Purchasing UPF Clothing against routine use of fish oil pills.
The biggest downside to UPF clothing is the expense. In an editorial accompanying the article, the reviewer
By Siperstein Dermatology Group The fabrics are expensive and that makes the cost to you, calls for additional research on this subject. For the time
If you are a Floridian, an avid beachgoer, or a person the consumer, expensive too. There are a lot of companies being, I will suggest to my patients that omega-3 fish oils
who enjoys the great outdoors, you have likely complained that claim that their clothing protects you from the sun, but can be obtained by eating a fleshy fish meal, or canned
about having to lather on sunscreen all the time. Let’s be it’s important to note that the Skin Cancer Foundation only tuna or canned salmon, a few times a week. That is what
honest, with the recommendation to reapply every two awards its stamp of approval to clothing with a UPF rating of I will be doing, not because of the fish oils, but because
hours … who can keep up? UPF clothing can be a great 30 or higher. Think of buying UPF clothing as an investment I enjoy eating fresh fish in moderation.
addition to your arsenal while combating sun exposure. And in your health. Afterall, wearing UPF clothing now will Voted a “Best Doctor” by his peers, Dr. Reznick
while it’s recommended to use UPF clothing in addition to certainly help keep you out of the dermatology office for is board certified in internal medicine with added
sunblock, wearing it will certainly help reduce the amount skin cancer treatment in the future! qualifications in geriatrics. He has practiced in the Boca
of times you have to reapply! Remember UPF clothing alone isn’t enough to protect Raton area since 1979. To schedule a complimentary
What Is UPF? you from the sun’s harmful rays. So when packing your meeting with Dr. Reznick to discuss your health needs,
UPF stands for ultraviolet protection factor. While all beach bag be sure to pack your UPF clothing and hat, and learn about his concierge medicine practice, call
clothing provides some protection from the sun’s harmful sunblock, and umbrella! And, regardless of how great you (561) 368-0191.

rays, UPF clothing is made from a special fabric with a are with sun protection, you will still benefit from a skin
tighter weave, which helps block UV rays from penetrating check with your dermatologist!

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