An electrocardiogram or ECG or EKG is a test that measures the electrical activity of the heart.  This test is one of the simplest and fastest tests to understand your heart and its functioning, particularly if you are experiencing heart palpitations. In this test, the doctor sticks small, plastic patches also called electrodes at certain spots […]

Can’t sleep due to a fast heartbeat? Experiencing lack of sleep due to the irregularity of one’s heartbeat is not something to take lightly. Palpitations and rhythm irregularities can be a sign of something wrong. Factors such as poor diet, lack of exercise, prolonged vices such as smoking, and sleep deprivation are responsible for the detriment […]

It is important to learn how to stop heart palpitations due to anxiety. This can be done by first learning about anxiety and heart palpitations separately. What are heart palpitations?  Heart palpitations refer to the feeling of your heart beating too fast or too intensely. It may also refer to the feeling of your heart skipping a […]

Bradycardia is when someone has a slowed heart rate. You suffer from this condition when your heart beats lower than the normal rate, or less than 60 beats per minute.  The causes of this condition vary from person to person and their physical condition. Elderly people are at higher risk of developing this condition.  Generally, your heart […]

The heart is one of the organs in your body that responds to everything you do and feel. However, the heart is also susceptible to many health conditions. According to the World Health Organization, cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in both sexes all across the globe. Even the beating of the heart can […]

For the most part, your heart beat and pulse rate run a steady pace. However, there are situations where it feels that your heart or pulse rate might be too fast. Should you be worried about this? What are the causes of a very fast pulse rate? Rapid Heartbeat while Lying Down: Symptoms and Causes What are […]

Being informed about the normal pulse and heart rate in adults is important when it comes to a person’s health. This is because having a normal heart rate means that the heart is pumping properly and without any problems. But what should a person’s normal heart rate be? And does having a very high or […]

Have you ever experienced a more rapid heartbeat while lying down? Heart palpitations are quite common, and every person might experience it every once in a while. Although these sensations may come and go, it can be worrying to feel your heart racing when at rest, particularly when lying down at nighttime. Let’s find out why […]

Have you ever felt your heart fluttering, pounding, or beating irregularly without any particular reason? You might have experienced what’s called heart palpitations. When to worry about heart palpitations? Heart palpitations might seem scary, but for the most part, they are pretty harmless. However, it’s also important to know when to worry about heart palpitations, as […]

The human heart works like a machine that is in charge of pumping blood and nutrients throughout the body. And just like a machine, when its processes are disrupted, profound changes can be felt. This includes a change in your heart’s rhythm, which may cause heart arrhythmia. There are various causes and risk factors of heart […]