Dr. John Day, Cardiologist https://drjohnday.com/ Real Food. Real Living. Real Happiness. ® Tue, 08 Apr 2025 04:38:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Dr. John Day false Dr. John Day john@drjohnday.com podcast Dr. John Day, Cardiologist https://www.dunncomm.com/drday/DJD_iTunes20.jpg https://drjohnday.com/blog/ Can You Stop Blood Thinners After a Successful Atrial Fibrillation Ablation? https://drjohnday.com/can-you-stop-blood-thinners-after-a-successful-atrial-fibrillation-ablation/ https://drjohnday.com/can-you-stop-blood-thinners-after-a-successful-atrial-fibrillation-ablation/#comments Sun, 06 Apr 2025 01:40:44 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8644 Can You Stop Blood Thinners After a Successful AFib Ablation? At St. Mark’s, we’ve now treated nearly 1,000 patients with the new pulsed field ablation (PFA) technology. PFA is not only faster and safer than traditional methods, but we’re also seeing higher success rates and a much lower need for repeat ablation procedures. Because of […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/can-you-stop-blood-thinners-after-a-successful-atrial-fibrillation-ablation/feed/ 3 Slow Aging with Vitamin D, Omega-3s, and Exercise: Science-Backed Strategies https://drjohnday.com/slow-aging-with-vitamin-d-omega-3s-and-exercise-science-backed-strategies/ Sun, 23 Feb 2025 05:51:24 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8635 Slow Aging with Vitamin D, Omega-3s, and Exercise: Science-Backed Strategies Aging is inevitable, but what if you could slow it down? New research from the DO-HEALTH trial suggests that three simple lifestyle habits—taking vitamin D, consuming omega-3s, and doing regular exercise—can help slow biological aging. These findings could mean more energy, fewer illnesses, and a […]

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]]> When is the Right Time for an Atrial Fibrillation Ablation? https://drjohnday.com/when-is-the-right-time-for-an-atrial-fibrillation-ablation/ Mon, 17 Feb 2025 04:20:06 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8626 When is the Right Time for an Atrial Fibrillation Ablation? If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib), you may be wondering about the best treatment approach. A growing body of research suggests that the earlier you seek treatment—especially with catheter ablation—the better your long-term health outcomes will be. Thanks […]

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]]> Is Your Risk of an Atrial Fibrillation Stroke Going Down? https://drjohnday.com/is-your-risk-of-an-atrial-fibrillation-stroke-going-down/ Sun, 16 Feb 2025 04:15:27 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8620 Is Your Risk of an Atrial Fibrillation Stroke Going Down? If you have atrial fibrillation (AFib), you may have heard about the CHADS-VASc score. It’s a scoring system doctors use to estimate your risk of having a stroke due to an atrial fibrillation blood clot. Each risk factor—such as congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, […]

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]]> Could Heart Rate Recovery Be the Secret to a Longer Life? https://drjohnday.com/could-heart-rate-recovery-be-the-secret-to-a-longer-life/ https://drjohnday.com/could-heart-rate-recovery-be-the-secret-to-a-longer-life/#comments Sun, 09 Feb 2025 05:53:20 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8609 Could Heart Rate Recovery Be the Secret to a Longer Life? Your heart is more than just a muscle—it’s a key predictor of your overall health and longevity. One of the simplest yet most powerful ways to measure heart health is through Heart Rate Recovery (HRR). But what exactly is HRR, and what does it […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/could-heart-rate-recovery-be-the-secret-to-a-longer-life/feed/ 1 Six Simple Lab Tests that Predict Whether You’ll Live to 100 https://drjohnday.com/7-simple-lab-tests-that-predict-whether-youll-live-to-100/ https://drjohnday.com/7-simple-lab-tests-that-predict-whether-youll-live-to-100/#comments Sun, 29 Dec 2024 03:43:41 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8600 Six Simple Lab Tests that Predict Whether You’ll Live to 100 Imagine celebrating your 100th birthday with family and friends, full of energy and vitality. Sounds like a dream, doesn’t it? A recent study has shed light on how optimizing six simple lab tests could predict whether you’ll live to 100. These tests are likely […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/7-simple-lab-tests-that-predict-whether-youll-live-to-100/feed/ 1 Can Vigorous Daily Exercise Guarantee that You’ll Never Get Dementia? https://drjohnday.com/can-vigorous-daily-exercise-guarantee-that-youll-never-get-dementia/ Sun, 22 Dec 2024 17:24:01 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8589 Can Vigorous Daily Exercise Guarantee that You’ll Never Get Dementia? Imagine if you could reduce your risk of dementia by 88% and, even in the rare case you developed it, delay its onset by a 10 years!  This isn’t just wishful thinking – it’s a scientifically proven possibility, as revealed in the groundbreaking study, “Midlife […]

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]]> My Apple Watch Detected AFib https://drjohnday.com/my-apple-watch-detected-afib/ Sun, 15 Dec 2024 02:58:36 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8553 My Apple Watch Detected AFib When Mick bought the first FDA-approved EKG smartwatch, the Apple Watch 4, he didn’t do it for the atrial fibrillation (AFib) and EKG features. He just happened to be a really big fan of Apple products. Smartwatches, including the Apple Watch, commonly use the term ‘ECG’ to refer to ‘EKG,’ […]

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]]> New Research in Atrial Fibrillation: Further Evidence of Why Pulsed Field Ablation Is a Game Changer https://drjohnday.com/new-research-in-atrial-fibrillation-further-evidence-of-why-pulsed-field-ablation-is-a-game-changer/ https://drjohnday.com/new-research-in-atrial-fibrillation-further-evidence-of-why-pulsed-field-ablation-is-a-game-changer/#comments Mon, 03 Jun 2024 03:33:16 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8512 New Research in Atrial Fibrillation: Further Evidence of Why Pulsed Field Ablation Is a Game Changer Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common heart condition where the heart beats irregularly and often too fast. It can lead to serious health problems like stroke, dementia, and heart failure. To treat AFib, doctors sometimes use a procedure called […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/new-research-in-atrial-fibrillation-further-evidence-of-why-pulsed-field-ablation-is-a-game-changer/feed/ 2 Can a Mediterranean Diet Prevent Atrial Fibrillation from Coming Back After an Ablation? https://drjohnday.com/can-a-mediterranean-diet-prevent-atrial-fibrillation-from-coming-back-after-an-ablation/ Sun, 02 Jun 2024 15:16:12 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8507 Can a Mediterranean Diet Prevent Atrial Fibrillation from Coming Back After an Ablation? Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common heart rhythm problem. After a procedure called AFib ablation, which aims to fix this issue, AFib can still come back in some patients. However, there might be a way to reduce this risk with the help […]

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]]> Taking the Stairs Prevents Heart Disease and Extends Your Life https://drjohnday.com/taking-the-stairs-prevents-heart-disease-and-extends-your-life/ Sun, 02 Jun 2024 03:57:20 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8502 Taking the Stairs Prevents Heart Disease and Extends Your Life Have you ever thought about how the simple act of taking the stairs can change your life? Research has shown that something as ordinary as climbing stairs can significantly reduce your risk of heart disease and even increase your lifespan. A recently presented meta-analysis study […]

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]]> Latest Research on Atrial Fibrillation and Fish Oil Supplements: What You Need to Know https://drjohnday.com/atrial-fibrillation-and-fish-oil/ https://drjohnday.com/atrial-fibrillation-and-fish-oil/#comments Sun, 02 Jun 2024 02:38:24 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8496 Latest Research on Atrial Fibrillation and Fish Oil Supplements: What You Need to Know Since I last wrote about atrial fibrillation and fish oil supplements 3 years ago (here), there have been even more studies showing an increased risk of AFib and strokes from fish oil supplements. This latest study, published in the prestigious British […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/atrial-fibrillation-and-fish-oil/feed/ 2 Is Diltiazem Dangerous to Use with Eliquis or Xarelto? https://drjohnday.com/is-diltiazem-dangerous-to-use-with-eliquis-or-xarelto/ https://drjohnday.com/is-diltiazem-dangerous-to-use-with-eliquis-or-xarelto/#comments Sun, 12 May 2024 01:39:48 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8486 Is Diltiazem Dangerous to Use with Eliquis or Xarelto? A recent study involving 204,155 Americans with atrial fibrillation just concluded that using ditiazem with either Eliquis (apixaban) or Xarelto (rivaroxaban) was potentially dangerous due to increased bleeding risks. Is this really the case? And if it is, what steps should you take if you have […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/is-diltiazem-dangerous-to-use-with-eliquis-or-xarelto/feed/ 2 What’s Better for Your Heart: Plant-Based Meats or Animal Meats? https://drjohnday.com/whats-better-for-your-heart-plant-based-meats-or-animal-meats/ Sun, 14 Apr 2024 02:58:14 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8124 What’s Better for Your Heart: Plant-Based Meats or Animal Meats? In the realm of nutrition science, the debate over the health benefits of plant-based diets versus animal-based diets continues to captivate researchers and health enthusiasts alike. A recent study conducted in Singapore aimed to shed light on this ongoing discussion by investigating the effects of […]

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]]> Is Practicing Daily Forgiveness and Gratitude Better for Blood Pressure than a Medication? https://drjohnday.com/is-a-daily-forgiveness-and-gratitude-text-message-as-good-as-a-blood-pressure-pill/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 13:14:20 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8100 Is Practicing Daily Forgiveness and Gratitude Better for Blood Pressure than a Medication? Does your blood pressure occasionally run higher than 120/80? And do you subconsciously keep reaching for your smartphone? Well, here’s some news that might just make you feel better about it! A recent study presented this week at our annual American College […]

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]]> Intermittent Fasting: Miracle Diet or Hazardous to Your Heart? https://drjohnday.com/intermittent-fasting-miracle-diet-or-hazardous-to-your-heart/ https://drjohnday.com/intermittent-fasting-miracle-diet-or-hazardous-to-your-heart/#comments Sun, 31 Mar 2024 05:53:30 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8092 Intermittent Fasting: Miracle Diet or Hazardous to Your Heart? A recent study involving more than 20,000 adults discovered that people who adhered to an 8-hour time-restricted eating plan, a form of intermittent fasting, were 91% more likely to face a higher risk of dying from heart problems. How could this be? Isn’t intermittent fasting supposed […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/intermittent-fasting-miracle-diet-or-hazardous-to-your-heart/feed/ 3 Can Exercise Triple Your AFib Ablation Success Rate? https://drjohnday.com/can-exercise-triple-your-afib-ablation-success-rate/ https://drjohnday.com/can-exercise-triple-your-afib-ablation-success-rate/#comments Sun, 17 Mar 2024 15:09:03 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8081 Can Exercise Triple Your AFib Ablation Success Rate? Regular physical activity has long been recognized as a cornerstone of optimal cardiovascular health. Exercise strengthens the heart muscle, improves blood flow, lowers blood pressure, and reduces the risk of obesity and diabetes – all factors that contribute to atrial fibrillation (AFib). In a recent study conducted […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/can-exercise-triple-your-afib-ablation-success-rate/feed/ 5 Do You Really Need 10 Servings of Vegetables and Fruit Daily for Optimal Health? https://drjohnday.com/do-you-really-need-10-servings-of-vegetables-and-fruit-daily-for-optimal-health/ https://drjohnday.com/do-you-really-need-10-servings-of-vegetables-and-fruit-daily-for-optimal-health/#comments Sun, 17 Mar 2024 13:21:15 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8077 Do You Really Need 10 Servings of Vegetables and Fruit Daily for Optimal Health? The 2020–2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans advocate for consuming 3.5 to 5 servings of vegetables and fruit daily. However, for those aiming to minimize the risk of heart disease, strokes, and cancer, this may not be enough. Based on an extensive […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/do-you-really-need-10-servings-of-vegetables-and-fruit-daily-for-optimal-health/feed/ 2 Does the Mediterranean Diet Prevent Atrial Fibrillation? https://drjohnday.com/does-the-mediterranean-diet-prevent-atrial-fibrillation/ https://drjohnday.com/does-the-mediterranean-diet-prevent-atrial-fibrillation/#comments Sun, 03 Mar 2024 15:28:50 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8072 Does the Mediterranean Diet Prevent Atrial Fibrillation? While researchers associate the Mediterranean diet with a lower risk of heart attacks and strokes, they continue to research its direct impact on preventing atrial fibrillation (AFib). In this article I review the latest study on how the Mediterranean Diet may prevent atrial fibrillation. The PREDIMAR Study Researchers […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/does-the-mediterranean-diet-prevent-atrial-fibrillation/feed/ 1 Latest Research Confirms Tomatoes Lower Blood Pressure https://drjohnday.com/latest-research-confirms-tomatoes-lower-blood-pressure/ https://drjohnday.com/latest-research-confirms-tomatoes-lower-blood-pressure/#comments Sun, 03 Mar 2024 04:28:58 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8068 Latest Research Confirms Tomatoes Lower Blood Pressure In the quest for better health, we often overlook the humble tomato, considering it merely a tasty addition to salads or sandwiches. However, science reveals that tomatoes offer much more than just flavor – they could be the key to reducing high blood pressure. Let’s delve into the […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/latest-research-confirms-tomatoes-lower-blood-pressure/feed/ 2 Does Losing Weight Help Atrial Fibrillation? https://drjohnday.com/does-losing-weight-help-atrial-fibrillation/ https://drjohnday.com/does-losing-weight-help-atrial-fibrillation/#comments Sat, 27 Jan 2024 14:39:37 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8046 Does Losing Weight Help Atrial Fibrillation? Being overweight is directly linked to your chances of developing atrial fibrillation (AFib). Additionally, carrying extra weight makes AFib more likely to worsen over time. This is because the excess weight may cause scarring to the heart muscle resulting in damage to the electrical system of the heart. Furthermore, […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/does-losing-weight-help-atrial-fibrillation/feed/ 1 Is Optimizing Your Creatinine, Glucose, and Uric Acid Levels the Secret to Longevity? https://drjohnday.com/the-secret-of-longevity-optimizing-creatinine-glucose-and-uric-acid-levels/ https://drjohnday.com/the-secret-of-longevity-optimizing-creatinine-glucose-and-uric-acid-levels/#comments Mon, 08 Jan 2024 03:26:36 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8037 Is Optimizing Your Creatinine, Glucose, and Uric Acid Levels the Secret to Longevity? In a new study, researchers examined 1,224 Swedish people who lived to 100 to help identify the cause of their exceptional longevity. The secret to why some hit 100 while others don’t might be hidden in the routine blood tests of these […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/the-secret-of-longevity-optimizing-creatinine-glucose-and-uric-acid-levels/feed/ 2 Does Aspirin Prevent Atrial Fibrillation Strokes? https://drjohnday.com/does-aspirin-prevent-atrial-fibrillation-strokes/ https://drjohnday.com/does-aspirin-prevent-atrial-fibrillation-strokes/#comments Sun, 07 Jan 2024 15:16:32 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8031 Does Aspirin Prevent Atrial Fibrillation Strokes? Unless you or someone close to you has experienced an atrial fibrillation stroke, the idea of taking a blood thinner might not be appealing. Many people are understandably worried about the risk of bleeding, and the financial aspect adds another layer of concern. For individuals without good drug coverage, […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/does-aspirin-prevent-atrial-fibrillation-strokes/feed/ 6 Does Testosterone Increase the Risk of Atrial Fibrillation? https://drjohnday.com/does-testosterone-increase-the-risk-of-atrial-fibrillation/ https://drjohnday.com/does-testosterone-increase-the-risk-of-atrial-fibrillation/#comments Tue, 26 Dec 2023 04:35:49 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8028 Does Testosterone Increase the Risk of Atrial Fibrillation? In our best-selling book, The Atrial Fibrillation Cure, we noticed something missing back then – solid info on how testosterone supplements might affect the risk of atrial fibrillation. But fast forward today and we now have new studies hinting that taking testosterone might actually raise the chances […]

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]]> https://drjohnday.com/does-testosterone-increase-the-risk-of-atrial-fibrillation/feed/ 3 How Many Hours of Sleep Does Your Heart Need? https://drjohnday.com/how-many-hours-of-sleep-do-your-need-for-a-healthy-heart-and-long-life/ https://drjohnday.com/how-many-hours-of-sleep-do-your-need-for-a-healthy-heart-and-long-life/#comments Sat, 25 Nov 2023 16:42:18 +0000 https://drjohnday.com/?p=8019 How Many Hours of Sleep Does Your Heart Need? While everyone knows that not getting enough sleep is bad for your heart and for your lifespan, is there a risk associated with getting to much sleep? Also, for those who struggle to sleep at night, is there anything you can do to erase the risks […]

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