A common dietary nutrient feeds a gut pathway linked to atrial fibrillation
A study involving over 5,000 participants and mouse models has identified a link between a specific dietary nutrient and the development of atrial fibrillation. The research suggests that gut microbial pathways play a significant role in altering heart structure and electrical activity.
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