You may not have heard of this one, but holiday heart syndrome is a real thing, that carries real consequences. It’s typically brought on by the number of parties that happen over the holiday season – but more specifically, how many adult beverages you consume. We look into 12 things to know about the syndrome, and how to prevent it.
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Heart palpitations can be frightening. Most often they’re stress-related and not at all harmful. However, caffeine, nicotine, and hormones can all cause the heart to beat faster than normal, as can an underlying health condition, so it’s wise to seek medical attention if palpitations persist.
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An irregular heartbeat, or an arrhythmia, is characterized by just that—the irregular rhythm of the heart’s beat. Arrhythmias differ from person to person, ranging from slow arrhythmias (a condition called bradycardia, where the heart beats irregularly and too slow) to fast arrhythmias (a condition called tachycardia, in which the heart beats irregularly and too quickly). […]
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