How To Cure PVC’s Naturally (Stop Premature Ventricular Contractions)

How To Cure PVC’s Naturally

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While it is well documented that in most cases PVCs are benign, they are still an uncomfortable nuisance.  However if you are like me, you have probably looked all over the web for how to cure PVCs natually, but found very little.  Most of the documentation out there only talks about avoiding the “triggers” that cause them, but no one has found a way to stop pvcs from happening.

Well, I am here to tell you that I have basically found a way to cure PVCs naturally by making a few changes to my lifestyle, and I also believe I have stumbled on a big trigger that not many healthcare providers touch on, and one that may have a very positive effect on curing PVCs without medication.

Before I get started though, I need to point out that I am not a doctor and the following information has no medical backing.  This is simply my opinion based on information that I have learned through my own research over the years, and what I have found to work for me – and hopefully it will work for you too!

For those that are unaware of what PVCs ( Premature Ventricular Contractions) are, let me start with just a quick description from Wikipedia.

“A premature ventricular contraction (PVC) is a relatively common event where the heartbeat is initiated by Purkinje fibers in the ventricles rather than by the sinoatrial node, the normal heartbeat initiator. The electrical events of the heart detected by the electrocardiogram (ECG) allow a PVC to be easily distinguished from a normal heart beat. Although a PVC can be a sign of decreased oxygenation to the heart muscle, often PVCs are benign and may even be found in otherwise healthy hearts”

Ok, but what does that really mean?  Well, essentially the heart skips a beat and then produces a larger beat following the skipped beat.  When this occurs, you get a feeling of a compression or “flip flop” in the center of your chest.  Premature Ventricular Contractions are very common, and most people experience them at some point in their life.  In my experience, PVCs can occur at any time and can range in intensity.  Some times you barely feel them, and other times they are much stronger.

As mentioned, there is a lot of research around them, and studies suggest that unless you have underlying heart disease or experience more than 20,000 PVCs a day (roughly 25% of your daily heart beats, 1 in 4 beats), there is no inherent danger.  However, if you have experienced them, you know they are uncomfortable and a little unnerving – even if not dangerous.  If you think you have been experiencing PVCs or other heart beat irregularities, it is always best to consult your doctor.  A simple ECG can pick up PVCs and other irregular heart beats – which is how I came to realize what I was experiencing…

How I Discovered PVCs (Premature Ventricular Contractions)

I have always been active, and that is one of the aspects I believe can help cure PVCs, but we will get to how I stopped them in a moment.  Growing up I enjoyed skiing, biking, hiking, sports, etc.  By the time I was in my 20’s I was a ski bum living in Utah.  I skied nearly 100 days a year while bar tending at night.  While there was a fair amount of partying that went on with the lifestyle, I was also in great shape, exercising everyday by skiing hard for several hours.

Then in 2008, my wife and I moved back east and I started working for an online retailer. This was a pretty big adjustment as I was now spending 8-9 hours a day behind a desk and only exercising a few hours each week.  After a few months of this, I started to experience my first PVCs.  However, I did not realize that’s what they were until a few years later, I just thought it was some sort of indigestion.

Then in 2012, my wife and I had plans to flight back out west for a job interview that I had.  The night before we left, I had a little too much alcohol and was slightly hung over for the flight (oops!).  I also started the day with, what was my favorite drink at the time, a RedBull (full of sugar and caffeine).  I was also under a fair amount of stress, as I really wanted the job.  While in the airplane, 40,000 feet up, I started experiencing rapid PVCs.  They seemed almost constant, but were probably more like 1 or 2 a minute.  I was terrified.  Here I was, in an airplane miles above the ground, and I thought I was about to die.  However, I tried to remain calm and decided not to tell the flight attendant (or my wife). The last thing I wanted was  an emergency landing.

When we landed, I told my wife and she was worried.  After a little while, I called the ER and they urged me to come in, which I did.  They admitted me immediately, and proceeded to hook me up to an ECG.  As soon as they did that, they identified the PVCs and hooked me up to an IV.  After the first bag was emptied, my PVCs stopped – what a relief that was!

What Causes PVCs?

It seems that most articles and documentation you read suggest that the following are known causes or triggers of Premature Ventricular Contractions.

• Dehydration
• Stress/Anxiety
• Alcohol (red wine especially)
• Caffeine
• Chocolate (seriously?!)
• Underlying heart/health conditions

In my personal experience, though I do not have any known underlying heart/health issues, these all add up and can cause PVCs.  However, if you read other’s experiences with PVCs throughout the web, you will also hear a lot about sedentary lifestyles, and posture issues also seeming to cause them. In fact, I have read countless articles and comments from articles that led me to reconsider sedentary/posture issues as one of the main causes, and as a result, I believe, has led me to how I cured my PVCs naturally, without medication.

How To Cure PVCs Naturally

Ok, enough babble.  Let’s get to what you came here for. Please understand that, again, these are my own opinions and I have no medical background nor have I consulted any medical professional.  I also believe that my cure is part of a more natural, holistic approach and there may be other aspects that have also played a role.  However, I do believe that the following will be enough to hopefully reduce if not cure PVCs.  I have read that prescriptions like Beta blockers, etc., can help alleviate them as well, but I wanted to avoid any kind of prescriptions and cure pvcs naturally – and overall I think my approach is much more affordable 🙂

1. Healthy Heart

While we do not always get to eat the best foods to help protect our heart, there are other things we can do to help offset the things we eat.  Though you can not replace diet and exercise, taking certain supplements like Fish Oil has been scientifically proven to help maintain a healthy heart.  It seems only natural that, like anything else, the healthier your heart is the better it functions. About 18 months ago, I started a daily regiment of Nordic Natural’s Ultimate Omega. I chose this product as it was clearly the highest regarded fish oil supplement on the market – do the research, I think you will find the same.

As you can see in the Supplement Facts I get a healthy dose of both Eicosapentoenoic Acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA).  While I take the suggested serving size of just two capsules a day, Nordic Naturals does recommend taking 4 capsules for optimal health.  As a side benefit, omega 3 is known to help with overall wellness, eye and skin health, and can help relieve depression and anxiety.   Also, I have read a lot of comments on other types of fish oil and many complain of a “fishy” after taste.  I have never experienced anything like that with these, and they even come in lemon flavor to further eliminate any chance of an after taste.  I buy mine on Amazon mainly for the speed of shipment.  Having a healthy heart is essential, and I believe can contribute helping cure PVCs.

2. Current Posture

If you are like most, you probably have a job that restricts your movement.  Working at a desk 8, 9, 10+ hours a day is not really all that good for our bodies.  We begin to hunch over and do not get up and move around as much as we should.  Many who suffer from PVCs indicate that they started when they begin working a desk job, I know that is how it seemed to happen for me.  Many even say that now when then bend over or get down on all fours, they really experience them.

Based on this information, and my personal experience, I believe you need to work on pulling your shoulders back and expanding your chest cavity.  When I first came to this realization, I decided to buy a shoulder brace that would help pull my shoulders back.  This worked pretty well, but when I consulted my chiropractor, he recommended that I not do that as the body needs to make those adjustments on its own for the lasting benefit.

So, I started using a foam roller on my back.  I simply lay on the floor with the roller across the back of my shoulder blades, lift my butt off the ground, and push back so the foam roller rolls from the tops of my shoulder blades down to the upper part of my lower back.  I slowly go back and forth a few times.  I can really feel my spine aligning and my whole chest pulling back and opening up.  Breathing is important with this, and I exhale as I roll down my spine.

I typically do this 2-4 times a day and now this exercise creates some reliving back cracks as well – just like at the chiropractor.  Also, since I started this, I have not been back to my chiropractor as my existing neck and shoulder pain (topic for another time) has completely gone away. I also believe this has been one of the main ways to cure PVCs for me.

I use this HealthyLifeStyle! foam roller, and I am very happy with the quality and results. I highly recommend buying one of these and you can get one on Amazon for about $20 (click here), and they are great for not only for posture but also to help sooth sore muscles and more.

3. Future Posture

In addition to using a foam roller to correct your current posture, more and more people (myself included), are moving to a stand up desk.  Making the decision to use a stand up desk is definitely one I recommend, however  make sure you either get one on that can go up and down, or one that comes with a stool.  It can be hard at first to stand on your feet all day, and quite frankly, standing on your feet all day is not that good for you either.  While there are a lot of choices out there, and they range greatly in price, I prefer this option from as it is adjustable, and easily adjusts from sit down to stand up and vise versa giving you the option to change positions throughout the day.

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4. Hydration

Most people are dehydrated.  In fact, chronic dehydration is a real problem with our culture, and it is very important to drink plenty of water.  As a rule, you should drink half of your body weight each day in ounces.  For instance, I weigh 190lbs, so I try to consume 95oz of water each day.  Drinking enough water each day can have a profound effect on reducing and curing PVCs, as well as your overall health.  I have also read, and found to be true, that adding electrolytes can really help.  However, do not add them through sugary sports drinks as sugar is also known to cause Premature Ventricular Contractions.  Instead, consider adding electrolytes to your regular daily water routine.  The brand Nuun makes a great line of tablets you can add to increase you electrolyte intake.  Again, you can get these on Amazon and they offer a wide range of flavor options to make it that much easier to drink. Click here to view Nuun products on Amazon .

5. Other Considerations

Lastly, be sure to limit caffeine and alcohol intake.  I consume 2 cups of coffee each morning and 2-4 alcoholic drinks a day – some may say that is too much, but we all have our vices 😉 .  I do not drink soda, I don’t smoke, and I try to avoid any additional sugary treats like candy, chocolate, etc., but there are always exceptions.  Be sure and get regular exercise including 30+ minutes of cardio 3-5 times a week, and quality sleep…

Personally, I try to ride my bike 40-50 miles a week, and do various daily strength training exercises like push ups, sit ups, etc., and I consider myself in good physical shape. I still experience PVCs on occasion, but they are far less as frequent and less intense as before – something I can certainly live!

I would love to hear from you and what you have found to work, or not work when trying to reduce and cure PVCs. Please consider commenting below and let me know what you think. Comments will not only help me further understand PVCs, but also others who visit this site.

Good luck 🙂

(Have questions, or want to get in touch with me outside of the comments section? Feel free to email me at curepvcs@gmail.com)