Evidence supporting the use of: Taurine
For the health condition: Heart Fibrillation or Palpitations
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Taurine is an amino sulfonic acid found in many tissues and is often included in supplements aimed at supporting cardiovascular health. There is some scientific evidence suggesting taurine may have beneficial effects on cardiac arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation and palpitations, but this evidence is limited and largely preliminary.
Small clinical studies and animal research have indicated that taurine may help stabilize cardiac membranes, modulate calcium signaling in heart cells, and exert anti-arrhythmic effects. One small open-label study in 1983 reported that taurine supplementation reduced the frequency of premature ventricular contractions in a subset of patients. More recently, taurine has been shown in laboratory models to have antioxidant and membrane-stabilizing properties that could, in theory, help prevent arrhythmias.
However, the overall quality and quantity of human clinical trials are low. Most available studies have small sample sizes, lack rigorous controls, or are open-label. There are no large-scale, placebo-controlled trials definitively demonstrating taurine’s efficacy in treating atrial fibrillation or palpitations. As a result, while there is a scientific rationale and some positive preliminary findings, the evidence base is not strong enough to firmly recommend taurine for this purpose, and its use should be considered experimental and discussed with a healthcare provider.
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