Increases the workload of the heart, so long term, chronic can cause significant heart problems (damage to lining of arteries, resulting in atherosclerosis, increased risk of CHD and stoke) Lack of regular exercise, a high salt diet, obesity, chronic stress, family history, gender and race are risk factors.
Bradycardia is the medical term used for a low heart rate. Low pulse rates can be caused by metabolic diseases and damage to the heart structure. An imbalance in electrolytes and some medications can also cause your pulse to drop.
When your blood pressure drops too low it can cause your heart rate to become irregular, according to MedlinePlus. If you do not have low blood pressure or a heart condition and do not take blood pressure medications ginger is unlikely to cause an irregular heart beat.