A small mass of specialized tissue present in the right upper chamber of the heart known as the sinoatrial node generates electrical stimulus in the heart. In a normally functioning heart, around 60 to 100 stimulus is generated every minute. These electrical stimulations are responsible for the contraction of heart muscles.
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Query: Hello doctor,I am using a high dosage of krill oil to combat concentration problems. It seems to work on the cell membrane and it appears to improve the electrical signaling because electrical signals pass the cell membrane. However, if I improve the electrical signaling, will this impact the heart?... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I passed carefully through your concern and would like to explain that krill oil is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which have proven beneficial to the brain and nerve endings activity. But, it shows only mild beneficial effects on the heart. Anyway, it has no ... Read Full »