Millions of people around the world face the problem of irregular heartbeats due to disturbances in electrical activity in the atria. Some live in constant fear of another attack, while others experience shortness of breath and a decrease in life energy. Yet everyone shares a desire to stay active and enjoy life. Written by a cardiologist who follows evidence-based medicine principles, this book offers ways to control arrhythmia so you can start living fully. It will be useful for those who: • have been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation or care for a loved one with that diagnosis; • are not ready to put up with arrhythmia and its potential threat to health; • are looking for ways to extend and improve their life; • are willing to learn medical knowledge for personal benefit. The book also covers issues of arterial hypertension and how to control it through medications and lifestyle changes; the connection between arrhythmia and sleep apnea and methods for diagnosing sleep disorders; the impact of weight, stress, diabetes, and high cholesterol on the heart; and it discusses foods and vitamins beneficial for the cardiovascular system. This detailed guide to heart and vascular health will help you recognize heart problems in time and adjust treatment if you have a diagnosis.