People who are obese or overweight can reduce their risk of suffering from fatal irregular heart beat if they try shedding off the unwanted weight. Losing a bit more than 30 pounds can help reduce episodes of heart palpitations that are associated with atrial fibrillation.

Atrial fibrillation is a disorder of the electrical impulses that coordinate the beating of the heart. When the two upper chambers of the heart contract in a fast and irregular way, it may increase the person’s risk of suffering from stroke. The condition may also contribute to heart problems.

A new study found that people who were on a strict weight management plan experienced a decrease in the severity of their atrial fibrillation symptoms, five times more than when compared with people who only received nutrition and fitness advice.

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