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On a typical weekend night, the cinema goes dark and eyes are focused on the huge screen ahead.
Suddenly, Dr. Zhang Xiaobo's voice rang out: "People with high blood lipids should avoid consuming certain types of meat so as not to exacerbate the condition. Although this sentence came from Dr. Zhang's medical lecture, it echoed in Li Ming's mind at the moment.
Li Ming, a professional designer with his own unique views on the quality of life, was shocked by the sudden scene of someone next to him falling to the ground due to a heart attack while watching the movie "The Turn of Life", which made him reflect on his health.
The incident takes place in the climax of the movie, and in the tense atmosphere, a middle-aged man suddenly falls to the ground, causing a commotion.
Someone at the scene quickly called the emergency number, and Li Ming was shocked by the sudden incident, and afterwards, he learned that the man had a heart attack due to high blood lipids, which made Li Ming begin to have deep questions about his eating habits.
Li Ming decided to learn more about the relationship between high blood lipids and diet.
He found that while most people know that people with hyperlipidemia should avoid foods that are high in fat and cholesterol, there are very different perceptions of which specific foods should be avoided.
Among the many types of meat, there are three that people with hyperlipidemia should especially avoid: red meat, bacon, and processed meat.
Red meat, such as beef and lamb, is rich in saturated fat and cholesterol, and long-term excessive consumption can easily lead to elevated blood lipids.
Smoked and processed meats, on the other hand, pose a threat to cardiovascular health due to the salts, preservatives and other chemicals added during processing.
Dr. Zhang noted that nitrites and other additives contained in these foods have been shown to increase the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.
To gain a deeper understanding of the issue, Li Ming interviewed Dr. Zhang Xiaobo.
Dr. Teo shared some specific patient cases to highlight the potential threat to health caused by unhealthy eating habits.
In one case, a 40-year-old man suffered a heart attack due to long-term consumption of high-fat, high-cholesterol foods, which led to severe hyperlipidemia problems.
Dr Zhang explained that while genetic factors play an important role in cardiovascular disease, changes in dietary habits are key to preventing and treating hyperlipidemia.
From these stories, Li Ming realized that it was not enough to simply eliminate these three types of meat from the diet, but more importantly to establish a healthy, balanced diet.
He began experimenting with more plant-based foods, such as whole grains, legumes, vegetables and fruits, and reduced his intake of red meat while increasing the ratio of fish to white meat.
After a few months, not only did he lose weight, but he also felt more energetic and his blood lipid profile improved significantly.
This made Li Ming deeply realize that healthy eating is not only for the prevention and treatment of diseases, but also for the improvement of quality of life.
He decided to share his experience and learning with more people, hoping to inspire them to change their eating habits and pursue a healthier lifestyle.
Why is it that even with strict avoidance of these three types of meat, some people's blood lipid levels are still difficult to control?
Dr Teo explains that blood lipid levels are affected by a variety of factors, including genetics, lifestyle, and other health conditions.
He stresses that in addition to diet, lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight and avoiding smoking and alcohol are equally important for controlling blood lipids, and that for some people, medication may be required to achieve ideal blood lipid levels.
Through the communication with Dr. Zhang, Li Ming realized that a healthy lifestyle is a multi-faceted and holistic approach that requires individualized adjustment and persistence.
This realization not only deepened his understanding of hyperlipidemia and its treatment, but also strengthened his belief that through continuous efforts, everyone can achieve a healthier and more fulfilling life.
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