Stomach Causing Palpitations?

*Is your stomach causing your heart palpitations? Probably yes. Finally a cardiologist confirms the association between hiatal hernia and heart palpitations. Watch Dr. Vikki new video on the topic.*

*Summary of the video*
*Stomach-related palpitations can be caused by a hiatal hernia or inflammation of the gut, and can be treated through natural modalities to address root causes without drugs or surgery.*

00:00
If you've experienced heart palpitations, pressure in your chest, and visited the ER only to be told your heart is fine, it may be related to hiatal hernia syndrome.

01:23
Stomach bloating and inflammation can cause the diaphragm to pinch the heart, leading to palpitations, a condition called gastric cardio syndrome.Expand

03:32
The vagus nerve, which goes to both the heart and stomach, can cause palpitations if overly stimulated or irritated, but is also responsible for slowing the heart and needs to function in a balanced way.

04:37
The natural pacemaker in the heart keeps the pace right, but if the vagus nerve is irritated and heart rate goes too low, other parts of the heart will stimulate and cause heart palpitations or ectopic beats.

05:39
The program deals with anatomical changes, inflammation of the gut, positioning of the diaphragm, and normalization of vagus nerve function through natural modalities to treat stomach-related palpitations without drugs or surgery.

06:55
Aspirin can cause inflammation in the gut and proton pump inhibitors can prevent absorption of key minerals and vitamins important for regular heart rhythm, so it's important to consider alternatives and address root causes.

08:36
The root cause of stomach-related palpitations is often a hiatal hernia or hiatal hernia syndrome, which can cause pinching on the heart and change its location.

09:34
People with stomach issues may experience palpitations that are often misdiagnosed as anxiety and treated with psychiatric medication, when in reality there is an easy solution.

For a hiatal hernia consultation, contact our doctors at the clinic at 727-335-0400.

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[LarryMilligan]

I've had a very similar problem for a long time. PVC's, inappropriate sinus tachycardia, all linked to gut events. In my case seems to be originating in the small intestine area. I've had cardiologists tell me that there is nothing in my gut that can affect my heart - one even yelled at me when I begged to differ with him. Gastroenterologists never heard of such a thing and neurologist suggesting there's some other underlying problem. Each one referring me back to one of the others. It's simply amazing to me that these specialists, with all their training, have no clue about any of this, with the exception of a very few special physicians, like Dr Petersen.

[Ultima]

I started getting them when I was 19 and I am now 70 and still get them when I eat to much! I can totally vouch for the fact that a hiatal hernia and heart palpitations can be related!

[joannaglows]

I just stumbled on this video, and I’ve been having this issue for 5 years now! My doctors could never find what was wrong with me after telling them about my shortness of breath, and chest pain problems. I got an upper endoscopy and they found I had a hiatal hernia - last year. Thanks for the info!

[michellemathews]

OMG……I’ve got a hiatal hernia, IBS-D and GERD and get palpitations related to bloating etc. I’ve self diagnosed myself and get relief by re-positioning myself etc. I am astonished that it’s a ‘real thing’ and that others suffer from it! Your video discussion is so mind blowing and thanks for it! I will be researching it further! Thank you so much for sharing!

[dogloversmith]

I’ve had heart palpitations on and off all my life. I’ve always been treated like a hypochondriac when it comes to this. Tests never revealed anything. At 75 I’ve finally been told I have tachycardia. After listening to this and looking up more information I see the connection with the vagus nerve. This has never been mentioned to me. Since my palpitations have become so powerful over the last few years I’ve had to live with the anxiety. There’s been a couple of times I’ve called an ambulance. I live alone. I’ve begun some techniques I found online that seem to be sound and helpful. I can’t believe that no doctor has taken the time or had the expertise to handle this. Thank you so much.

[finneytown]

1:52 min into video. His Name is Sanjay Gupta and he is the most delightful Cardiology Doctor I've ever listened to. He is a Cardiologist Consultant at York, England. He has the ability to erase your worries and explain the most complicated heart health topics in a sweet, easy, reassuring manner I have not seen in any other Doctor. Thank you for spreading his knowledge and making it available to people who might otherwise never click on his Channel. He is absolutely addorable! (And knowledgeable)

[Thatsbannanas-dc]

If you are experiencing this; it’s time you had this lesson in the mind body connection. It’s all connected.
The culprit is the vagus nerve.
Stress kills.

[FirstLast-ivtc]

I went on keto and acid reflux literally stopped overnight. Blood pressure went to normal. Skin issues cleared. Sleep improved.

[Macjohn]

I’ve seen a cardiologist and had many tests which were inconclusive. I’ve suspected having stomach contractions and Vagus nerve inflammation which causes my palpitations. Thank you bringing this topic out to the open.

[stevelanghorn]

It's great that Dr Gupta is one of the few cardiologists who takes this link seriously.
His YouTube channel has been a great resource and comfort for years, providing the lay person suffering from Heart disease (in all its complex forms) with honest, clearly explained facts and reassurance, even "in extremis".
The fact that the Heart is such an incredible, complex organ, with its own internal nervous system, is exactly why it's vital that Hiatus Hernia "syndrome" doesn't mask actual disease of the Heart itself. After all, in our society, it is a much abused organ!
If people are "explaining away" their symptoms as Hiatus Hernia too readily, that would be unwise, even if it means another alarming trip to Casualty & more negative test results in hospital. Better safe than sorry when it comes to the Heart.

[phillipware]

Heart was racing. Went to ER a couple of times in ambulance. Stayed in hospital several days. Ran EKG's, echocardiograms, tripodin tests, stress test, monitor, nuclear stress test etc...PASSED all the tests. ER doctor said I was having panic attacks!?
I kept going. My cardiologist agreed to do a heart cath. BAM! Widow maker 90% blocked! Just had a bypass operation. Also need a stent in another one.
I say all this to because you're passing all the test doesn't mean squat! The heart cath IS the definitive test and it's the last one you get. It's a dance with the insurance company. You have to jump through all the hoops before you get to the one test that can tell you???

[garylenenichols]

I’m 63 years old. Heart palpitations all my adult life. Thanks to you I have realized it’s a magnesium deficiency. I take magnesium now and my heart palpitations have gone away. Now when I eat too much they come back. I truly believe heart palpitations are related to stomach issues which I also have. Thank you for the realization. No other Drs. Care to learn about this link.

[jeremiahabbott]

I just found this channel and I have been miserable for many years. I have noticed that it seems like having this hiatal hernia issue definitely affects the heart. I’ve had many trips to the hospital, EKG’s, echocardiograms, blood work, and they do tell me that my heart is fine.
Skipping heartbeats, Extra heartbeats, tachycardia at 180 bpms. It’s really difficult to have a normal healthy life when you are having these issues. Thank You for Finally confirming what I’ve seemed to notice that they are connected.

[DaemonetteLeilu]

As someone who is a woman and who is neurodiverse, i appreciate you validating peoples very real symptoms. I cant tell you how many times ive been shrugged off as an anxiety case because doctors werent willing to dive deeper into symptoms. Thank you for being open minded to other explanations rather than simply prescribing bandaid solutions ❤

[mikerowley]

This is exactly what is happening to me. Been to the ER ran all the test, seen a cardiologist and everything turned out great. I was told many years ago by my gastrointestinal that I have a Heidel hernia. So now this is making sense why I'm having heart palpitations and skipping beats.

[PaylJohnson]

I have found my people. Over the past 2 years I have been to the ER 5 times because of palpitations. I have had EKG's, Stress Test, Echograms and everything came back clean, the doctor said "it's definitely not your heart". I did not make this connection until now, because I also have GERD and IBS that those were the culprits. I was told they were panic attacks and was almost prescribed antidepressants that I refused. Thanks for posting this video.

[frankm]

I've found that one of the major problems associated with Gerd and/or acid reflux of the stomach has more to do with not having enough acid in the stomach vs. too much. Many of these individuals who are having these symptoms with gastro related problems, are suffering from a lack of pepsin and/or HCL in their stomach, which in turn causes the Gerd or acid reflux to occur and proliferate symptoms. First, If one were to begin to pay attention to the types of food being consumed, by eliminating foods like tomatoes, peppers, heavy carbohydrates like pizza dough and sugary foods and drinks, many of the stomach issues begin to improve. However, many individuals also require additional help in the form of an added pepsin, an amino acid and HCL (hydrochloric acid). Many doctors and gastroenterologists would not agree with this suggestion. As the mainstream medical position is to immediately prescribe PPI's to treat the symptoms of gastric discomfort such as acid reflux and Gerd. With the mindset, that the stomach is producing too much acid therefore curbing the acid production is needed. This approach is in many cases and in my opinion the wrong diagnosis and a subsequent wrong prognosis. As the underlying problem is NOT an over abundance of stomach acid, but a lack of sufficient stomach acids.

[usandthem]

I don’t know why people take PPIs. My gastroenterologist of course recommended it for my hiatal hernia, but what actually fixes the problem is apple cider vinegar. Love love love love Dr. Gupta, and I’m glad to see him referenced somewhere! I was also offered anti anxiety meds (did not take) and with careful eating and ACV, when I have tachycardia, I know why and no longer go to the ER. That said, I also got a full cardio work up, and I know my heart is fine. And I don’t care how this sounds, but I’m extra careful in the 5 days leading up to the new and full moons. Tracking showed me the pattern of when I felt the worst, and this pattern is real.

[conchanapinnock]

I believe I had this the other night. I ate too much coconut and oil that day for lunch. In the evening I got diarrhoea and could not sleep for the entire night. The next day the diarrhoea continued until the afternoon. In the evening my heart started to palpitate very badly, I had terrible nausea and tightness in my chest. I still could not sleep. I drank some citrus water and was there suffering for a few hours. After which I vomited out the citrus water. After a few hours, nausea got worse, I vomited again, this time it was very oily. What I think happened was that my body immediately started to discharge the excess oil via the diarrhoea. The remains of it came out through vomiting. I believe that last portion came from my intestines, which is why I had the terrible nausea. After I vomited the oil I felt so relived. And then I could sleep. God is amazing, always trying to keep us alive. I have learnt my lesson as it relates to fats and oils. Not so much!

[MrDonpasqualino]

Been to emergency several times for scary heart palpitatitions. Been to two different cardiologists and did every test at every duration. They all say my heart is fine, and they probably think I'm nuts. Several people tell me it's in my head and may be anxiety, but I've gone days without problems and when it starts acting up, it lasts for days. It's hell on earth, and medicine has basically said "Good luck with all that". This is a new lead I'm going to investigate as I can confirm I get palpitations mostly after a meal. Thank you!