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On a cold morning during the New Year's holiday, Li Hua, an ordinary marketer, walked into the city hospital to visit his old friend Liu Gang, who was hospitalized with a heart attack.
In the hallway of the hospital, he overheard a doctor explaining to an anxious patient: "Did you know that there is a certain relationship between body size and longevity, and people with thin waistlines may live longer." ”
Li Hua was stunned for a moment, and he suddenly thought that he also had a slightly convex lower abdomen.
Although he usually didn't pay much attention to it, now that he listened to the doctor's words, he felt a little worried.
So, he decided to consult the doctor about his condition after visiting his friends.
After a brief exchange in Liu Gang's ward, Li Hua couldn't wait to come to the doctor's office.
The doctor was an old doctor who looked very experienced, he looked at Li Hua and asked, "How can I help you?"
Li Hua told the doctor about his concerns, and the doctor smiled and began to explain: "Oh, this topic is actually quite interesting.
You see, waist circumference and abdominal obesity are actually important factors that affect health and longevity.
According to studies, abdominal obesity has been linked to the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and even certain cancers. ”
Li Hua was dumbfounded when he heard this, he never thought that his waistline would have such a big impact.
The doctor continued, "There is an interesting study that shows that people with larger waist circumferences may have a shorter lifespan.
This is mainly because visceral fat in the abdomen has a greater impact on health than subcutaneous fat.
Visceral fat secretes substances that are not good for health, such as inflammatory factors and hormones, which can increase the risk of chronic diseases. ”
The more Li Hua listened, the more he felt that he had to make a change. He asked, "So what should I do?"
The doctor gave several suggestions: "First, improve your Xi eating habits, reduce high-sugar and high-fat foods, and eat more vegetables and fruits;
Second, increase exercise, such as brisk walking, swimming, or cycling;
Another is to maintain good Xi, such as not staying up late and reducing stress. ”
Li Hua decided to follow the doctor's advice. Over the next few months, he began to pay attention to his diet and exercise every day, and gradually, he noticed that his waistline was shrinking and his body felt much lighter.
He was in the company cafeteria, and the food on the table changed from greasy meat to light vegetables and fruits.
Colleagues were amazed to see the changes in him. Li Hua explained with a smile: "Actually, it's all because I want to be healthier and live longer." ”
His story has inspired many of his colleagues to take care of their health. Li Hua found that a small change in himself could resonate with the people around him.
Time passed like flowing water, and Li Hua's lifestyle changed dramatically. Not only does he feel good about himself, but the people around him are also positively influenced.
Until one day, at a company party, he suddenly thought of a question, he asked everyone: "You say, we sit for so long every day, is there any bad effect on the body?"
This question got everyone thinking. It's true that sitting for long periods of time has an impact on health, but what is it exactly?
Li Hua decided to consult a doctor the next time he went to the hospital. He believes that as long as you observe carefully, every little detail in life may hide the secret of health.
This is the end of the story, but Li Hua's exploration of life has never stopped.
He believes that as long as he keeps learning Xi and keeps asking questions, every little question in life will have an answer.
And these answers will lead him to a healthier, longer life.
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