Palpitation is very common throughout the world. In palpitations the heart beats at irregular intervals and makes an effort to beat. It makes the person aware that the heart is thumping in the rib cage as if to jump out. It is a disturbing problem; however, mot a serious one. The symptoms can be felt by the patient; as the heart beats abnormally. This being the case the pulse increases. A heart patient may also experience palpitations; however not necessarily. Anxiety is the main cause of palpitations. This ailment is common in young women who have just started menstruating. On the whole this ailment is treatable.

Grapes are considered to be a very potent herbal treatment for palpitations. This juice should be imbibed ever so frequently; as it rejuvenates the heart. Guava is another good herbal remedy for palpitations. Guavas are very good for the heart; especially the ripe ones. The eating of ripe guavas is good if palpitation is caused by nervousness. It is very effective if the reason for a palpating heart is anemia. The juice of snake gourd leaves has proven its worth in the treatment of heart palpitation. The extracted juice should be given twice daily (2 tsps) to the patient.