QT Prolongation is a serious side-effect from multiple drugs and multiple kinds of drugs. It has occurred with antibiotics [1], some pain killers [2] and as well many Psychiatric medicines [3]. QT Prolongation is an error in the hearts electrical system which can cause anything from abnormal heart rhythm (arrhythmia) to fainting and even death [4] [5]. In order to prevent this serious side-effect, there are precautions and dietary factors that must be considered.
Dietary factors would include.
-Getting ample potassium in the diet [6].
-Eating high-magnesium foods [7].
-Staying well-hydrated [8].
-Increasing Vegetable & Fruit intake [9].
-Getting enough protein to support normal heart functions [10].
Hormonal factors would include...
-Optimizing Progesterone in Women [11].
-Increasing Androgens (DHT mainly) in Men [12].
To prevent Long-QT, one must consider ALL of these factors carefully.
Dietary factors would include.
-Getting ample potassium in the diet [6].
-Eating high-magnesium foods [7].
-Staying well-hydrated [8].
-Increasing Vegetable & Fruit intake [9].
-Getting enough protein to support normal heart functions [10].
Hormonal factors would include...
-Optimizing Progesterone in Women [11].
-Increasing Androgens (DHT mainly) in Men [12].
To prevent Long-QT, one must consider ALL of these factors carefully.
