Maintaining a healthy resting heart rate is a key indicator of cardiovascular health, especially during high-intensity HIIT or IVF. Learn how to lower your heart rate while running and evaluate the accuracy of calories burned on heart rate monitors.
Many things can cause a rapid or fast heart rate. Most causes are benign. However, a recurrent rapid heart rate, called tachycardia, should be evaluated by a physician to rule out any potentially dangerous causes. People can try several home remedies to ease a quick heart rate.
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Many medications, both prescription and over-the-counter products, increase the heart rate. Sometimes people take medications for the purpose of increasing the heart rate, but other times a rapid heart rate is a negative side effect of the drug.
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