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Dr. Stephen Fort

Dr. Stephen Fort

MB, ChB, MD, MRCP, FRCP(C)
Cardiologist
Kelowna, BC
Q:

What is cardioversion?

A:

Cardioversion is a procedure used in treating atrial fibrillation. It involves either an electrical shock delivered to the heart at a specific point in the heart beat cycle, or administration of a drug to treat the irregular heart pattern. In both cases, the goal of cardioversion is to restore the normal heart rhythm back to the patient.

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Atrial Fibrillation and Current Treatment Options

Ms. Sarah Ware

Ms. Sarah Ware

RD
Registered Dietitian
North Vancouver, BC
Q:

Do you understand The Health Benefits of Beets

A:

Owing to their vibrant colour, beets and beet greens are respectfully exceptional sources of various heart healthy antioxidants from the polyphenol and other families of compounds which may protect against heart disease. Their high potassium and soluble fibre content also contributes to a blood pressure and cholesterol lowering benefit.

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The Health Benefits of Beets

Dr. Graham Wong

Dr. Graham Wong

MPH, FRCPC
Cardiologist
Vancouver, BC
Q:

The Nutritional Benefits of Red Peppers

A:

Bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) are fruits that belong to the nightshade family. They are related to chili peppers, tomatoes, and breadfruit, all of which are native to Central and South America. In addition to a vast amount of heart protective antioxidants, bell peppers are high in potassium (lowers blood pressure) and soluble fibre (lowers cholesterol) both of are essential for good heart health.

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The Heart Health Benefits of Bell Peppers

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