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"I really didn't expect that the position of food safety inspector that I have adhered to all my life would let me encounter such a ridiculous thing!" said Mrs. Li to her young colleague Zhang Xiaolei while fiddling with her inspection tools.
Aunt Li is an authentic old Beijinger, she is old, and her glasses are thick enough to smash walnuts, but her sense of responsibility for food safety has not diminished in the slightest. No, today's job is to inspect a batch of potatoes on the market that are suspected of affecting blood lipids.
Zhang Xiaolei, a young man who has just graduated from agricultural university, is always suspicious of Mrs. Li's traditional inspection methods, and he believes more in data and modern technology. The potatoes in the market were piled up, and the proprietress stood aside with a humble face, watching the two of them begin their inspection work. "What kind of misunderstanding is this?" the proprietress laughed as she wiped her hands.
Aunt Li ignored her, she knew that this kind of thing could not just be listened to by the vendors, and she had to check it herself. "If you look at this data, the starch content of potatoes is indeed high, but its impact on blood lipids needs to be analyzed on a case-by-case basis. Zhang Xiaolei explained to Aunt Li while operating.
"Potatoes themselves are not 'inducers', but they are actually fried and high-salt in people's daily eating habits, which is the main culprit that makes potatoes 'bad'. Aunt Li said that although her voice was not high, it was enough for the people around her to hear clearly.
In the world of food safety, it's not enough to judge the health impact of a single food. Potatoes contain nutrients such as vitamins C and B, as well as potassium, which are good for maintaining normal physiological functions. "Then why do so many people still think potatoes are unhealthy?" asked Zhang Xiaolei suspiciously.
"This brings us to the public's misinterpretation of information and food processing. "For example, fried potato strips, due to the high temperature treatment of oil, not only destroys the nutrients of the potatoes themselves, but also generates trans fatty acids and other harmful substances. In the long run, it can indeed adversely affect blood lipids. ”
These words seemed to teach Zhang Xiaolei a lesson, and he began to realize that food inspection is not just about looking at data, but also about understanding the science behind food and the consumption habits of the public.
As the day's inspection work drew to a close, Mrs. Li and Zhang Xiaolei also learned a lot about food safety and nutrition from the potato inspection. The proprietress listened to their explanation and was also relieved, "Fortunately, this inspection didn't let my potatoes 'carry the black pot'." ”
"But in order to stabilize blood lipids, there are three foods that should be avoided as much as possible, which are especially important for maintaining cardiovascular health. First of all, high-fat meats, such as pork belly and fatty beef, are high in saturated fat, which can easily cause elevated blood lipids. Secondly, it is fried foods that need to be restricted, such as fried chicken, french fries, etc. ”
"Finally, it is recommended to reduce the intake of sugar-sweetened beverages, the high sugar intake in these beverages can indirectly affect blood lipid levels, and in general, a balanced diet and a reasonable combination are key, and avoiding these three types of foods can help maintain the stability of blood lipids. Aunt Li said.
It was a hard day, but they were extremely satisfied that they had contributed to food safety in the market through their expertise and experience.
While Zhang Xiaolei was still immersed in Aunt Li's explanation of potatoes, a middle-aged man walked over with a hint of doubt and worry on his face. "I've heard that eating potatoes can improve my physique, is this true? I have heart disease, and the doctor said to control my diet, can I eat foods like potatoes?" his question was direct and specific, apparently concerned about his health.
After hearing this, a flash of professionalism flashed in Aunt Li's eyes, she adjusted her glasses, and replied seriously: "Potatoes are indeed a good thing, but friends like you who have special health considerations should be especially careful when eating." Potatoes themselves are rich in potassium, which is good for maintaining cardiovascular health. ”
"Avoid high-fat cooking methods, such as frying, which are not friendly to heart patients. You can choose to eat potatoes steamed or boiled, which greatly preserves their nutritional value while reducing the intake of unhealthy fats. ”
"Potatoes are good, but they shouldn't be excessive, and incorporating them into your diet plan in moderation can help you get energy and nutrients, but too much can affect your blood sugar and heart health because of their high carbohydrate content. ”
After hearing this, the middle-aged man seemed to feel a little comforted, he nodded, thanked Aunt Li and Zhang Xiaolei for their professional answers, and then promised to revisit his eating habits. Through this interaction, Mrs. Li and Zhang Xiaolei not only helped the citizens who came to inquire, but also deepened their own understanding of food safety and nutrition.
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