Are Ice Drinks Bad for Your Heart? Separating Myth from Medical Fact
                                
                                
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                                According to a study published in the *Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology*, over half of surveyed individuals with atrial fibrillation (AFib) reported that consuming cold drinks or foods triggered their episodes. So, are ice drinks bad for your heart, or is this simply a myth? The answer is nuanced, depending largely on an individual's pre-existing heart conditions and physiology.