Text: Dr. Xu
Edited by Chi You
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"Oh, Aunt Li, you've bought a lot of good things!"
Zhang Dawei, who had just returned home with a large bag and a small bag, an ordinary post office clerk, met Aunt Li, a next-door neighbor who had just finished a physical examination in the vegetable market.
The Spring Festival is approaching, and Zhang Dawei is also preparing to cook well at home and entertain relatives and friends.
"Yes, Dawei, I just finished my physical examination, and the doctor said that I need to control my weight. ”
Aunt Li said as she picked up a radish.
Fat people are long-lived physique and live long?
"Hey, speaking of this, I've heard people say that fat people have a longevity physique and live a long life. ”
Zhang Dawei said while helping Aunt Li hold things.
"Ah, is that true? I thought I was going to lose weight. Aunt Li said in surprise.
"Fat" doesn't mean healthy
"What I've heard is true, but it's not that simple.
Let's talk about 'fat' first.
In fact, being fat does not mean that it is unhealthy, the key depends on what type of fat it is. ”
Zhang Dawei began to explain.
"What type of fat? There are different types?" Aunt Li asked curiously.
"Yes, for example, some people who are overweight but have even body fat distribution and good muscle mass, in which case weight may not be a major indicator of health risk.
But if the fat is mainly concentrated in the abdomen, then you have to be careful, because abdominal obesity is associated with a variety of chronic diseases. ”
Zhang Dawei said.
"Then what kind of meat does I have on my stomach?" Aunt Li touched her belly.
"We have to analyze the specific problems on a case-by-case basis.
But what you're talking about, it sounds more like belly fat. ”
Zhang Dawei continued, "In fact, the relationship between weight and longevity has always been a complex topic. Some studies have shown that older people who are mildly overweight live longer than those who are standard weight or underweight. ”
"Oh, what's the matter, to reduce or not to reduce?" Aunt Li looked a little hesitant.
Health metrics are key
"Haha, Aunt Li, the key is to look at health indicators, such as blood pressure, blood lipids, and blood sugar.
If these indicators are normal, weight may not be as important.
But if these indicators are not ideal, weight loss may be necessary. Zhang Dawei said.
"Well, that makes sense.
I'd better go back and plan my diet and exercise. Aunt Li pondered.
"Yes, exercise is important.
Even if there is no significant weight loss, exercise itself is good for cardiovascular health and blood sugar control. ”
Zhang Dawei added.
"Then let's go back to the park together?" Aunt Li suggested.
"Good idea, walk around, good for the body. Zhang Dawei responded with a smile.
The two chatted and walked home, exchanging their health tips along the way.
Suddenly, Zhang Dawei thought of a question:
"Aunt Li, you said, people of our age, suddenly increasing the amount of exercise, will there be any adverse effects on the body?"
This question made Aunt Li also fall into thought.
Zhang Dawei once read some articles about the exercise of the elderly.
The article points out that for the elderly, starting a new exercise program should be gradual and avoid a sudden and large increase in the amount of exercise.
This can help the body slowly adapt to the new exercise habits and reduce the risk of injury.
In addition, it is best to choose the right type of exercise under the guidance of a doctor, especially for older people with chronic diseases, which is especially important.
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