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"People with diabetes should avoid foods high in sugar, especially processed foods like jam. ”
Dr. Chu's advice was heard at a local community health lecture.
It was a sunny weekend, and Ms. Chen was in front of the stall in the market, and the mulberries in front of her caught her eye.
She wanted to buy some mulberry jam, but was stopped by her old friend Mr. Li.
Mr. Li happened to be listening to the lecture, so the two started a conversation about healthy eating.
Ms. Chen is a retired high school history teacher, and although she is retired, her life is still colorful.
She has a lot of research on healthy eating, but still, Dr. Chu's words came as a bit of a surprise to her.
Mr. Li is a veteran medical editor who is particularly sensitive to health information.
"Teacher Chen, did you know that many people think that eating homemade food is healthier, but in fact, sugar intake also needs to be strictly controlled. ”
As he spoke, Mr. Li pointed to the basket in Mr. Chen's hand.
Teacher Chen smiled and responded, "Mr. Li, I know that sugar is not good for your health, but I always feel that natural jam is much safer than processed foods in the supermarket. ”
Mr. Li nodded, he understood Mr. Chen's point of view, but he still wanted to discuss it in more depth.
"Yes, self-control can control a lot of things, but have you ever thought that our eating habits, even if they are healthy, can hide risks?"
This sentence aroused Teacher Chen's interest, "For example?" she asked curiously.
"For example, although the vegetables and fruits we often eat are natural, have you considered the problem of pesticide residues?"
Mr. Lee went on to explain some of the health risks that were not well known.
"We usually pay attention to the freshness and naturalness of food, but pesticide residues are a problem that cannot be ignored.
Although the government has strict regulations on the use of pesticides and farmers are working to reduce the amount used, it is impossible to be completely free of residues.
Long-term intake of low levels of pesticides may affect our nervous system and even increase the risk of cancer. ”
Ms. Chen was surprised to hear this, she had never thought deeply about this aspect.
Seeing this, Mr. Li added some specific data and research:
"Studies have shown that continuous intake of vegetables and fruits with pesticide residues can reduce antioxidant levels in the body, which is directly related to our immunity and cell repair ability. ”
Ms. Chen began to think, and she realized that healthy eating is not just about choosing whether it is natural or not.
Mr. Li saw Mr. Chen's doubts and continued to explain, "Moreover, did you know that pesticides may also interfere with our body
Hormonal systems, such as thyroid disorders, can affect our health silently. ”
The topic turned to how to deal with these invisible "killing machines".
Mr. Lee offers some practical advice, such as choosing certified organic foods and using deep cleaning at home to reduce pesticide residues.
Teacher Chen was so impressed that she decided to re-evaluate her food sources and consider adjusting her eating habits when she returned home.
For mulberries, she decided to abandon the purchase and look for certified organic products instead.
Just when Mr. Chen and Mr. Li were chatting hotly, Dr. Zhu happened to pass by and saw that the two were chatting warmly, so he joined the discussion.
He provided specific patient cases, such as a diabetic patient who regularly consumed non-organic vegetables, and his health deteriorated due to the accumulation of toxins in his body.
The discussion between the three of them lasted all afternoon, and Mr. Chen was deeply inspired.
In saying goodbye, Dr. Chu reminded her, "Health is a marathon, and we need to keep learning and adjusting our strategies. ”
This conversation allowed Ms. Chen to re-examine her own perception of health and make her understand that even the healthiest lifestyles can have untold risks.
As we pursue a healthy life, how can we ensure that our food sources are truly safe?
To answer this question, we need to consider a number of factors, such as regional agricultural policies, the impact of individual choices, and the alternatives available in the market.
Food safety is not only the responsibility of individuals, but also the direction that the whole society, the government and related industries need to work together.
Ensuring the safety of food sources requires constant access to information, the selection of reputable suppliers, and the support of farms that implement sustainable agricultural practices.
In addition, strict supervision by the government and relevant departments is also an indispensable part of ensuring food safety.
Through these measures, we can ensure that we and our families are eating safely, so that we can truly enjoy a healthy life.
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