The 66-year-old uncle eats coarse grains every morning and insists on going for a physical examination for 1 year
"Eating coarse grains can cure my disease!" said 66-year-old Uncle Wang, who made up his mind to adjust his diet last year, insisted on eating coarse grains every day, and went for a physical examination a year later, and the doctor's feedback made him feel very excited. Why did the doctor praise his approach as worth emulating?
Uncle Wang's daily breakfast was changed from rice porridge and noodles to multigrain porridge, whole wheat bread, corn tortillas, and after the meal, coarse grain snacks such as sweet potatoes and pumpkin were added, and occasionally a bowl of mixed bean soup was added.
Gradually, he began to notice that his body had undergone significant changes, especially during the physical examination, which showed that his blood sugar, blood pressure and other indicators were well controlled, and he even weighed a lot less than before.
Whole grains are rich in dietary fiber, which can help regulate the digestive system, promote gut health, and provide a fuller feeling for longer. Compared with fine grains, whole grains have a lower glycemic index, which helps prevent blood sugar from rising too quickly and is very beneficial for blood sugar control.
Uncle Wang's blood sugar was unstable in the past, and he often felt tired and sleepy after meals. After adjusting his diet, his symptoms were significantly reduced, and his mental state was significantly improved.
The problem of high blood pressure was also improved with the help of whole grains. Whole grains are rich in potassium, which can help regulate the balance of sodium and potassium, promote sodium excretion, and help lower blood pressure.
Uncle Wang usually has a heavy taste, loves to eat pickled vegetables, salted fish and other high-salt foods, coarse grains provide him with more nutritional balance, reducing the harm of a high-salt diet.
In addition, Uncle Wang's weight also benefited from the consumption of coarse grains. He was more fond of meat when he was younger, and as he got older, his activity decreased, and his weight gradually increased. He tried to lose weight several times, but all failed.
The dietary fiber of coarse grains makes him feel more satiety, not easy to overeat, and at the same time, it is low in calories and suitable for weight control.
When Uncle Wang's neighbor, Aunt Liu, learned of the results of his physical examination, she was also moved and began to serve some multigrain porridge for breakfast every day. Different from Uncle Wang, she chose a richer combination: oats, brown rice, black rice, barley, plus some dried fruits, nuts, honey and dried fruits, a colorful and nutritious breakfast.
Aunt Liu had been plagued by constipation before, and her stomach was bloated if she was a little careless in eating. After trying for a while, she found that the multigrain porridge not only smoothed her stomach, but also felt that the whole person's mental state was better.
Some young people around me were inspired to study the ways to eat whole grains, seeing the benefits of brown rice and multigrain porridge, adding quinoa, buckwheat and other trendy grains to make salads or rice balls, which became their new favorite lunch boxes. Whole grains are rich in fiber, which not only aids digestion but also keeps people feeling full.
Young people have found that pairing these whole grains with vegetables and protein can reduce cravings for greasy foods and prevent obesity from sedentary work. They laughed and said that they had become a lot "lighter".
However, not everyone is used to this way of eating. Some friends have gastrointestinal discomfort and bloating when they first try whole grains.
For this reason, the doctor reminds everyone that although coarse grains are good, they need to pay attention to the method and appropriate amount. At the beginning, you can start with one or two meals of multigrain porridge every day, with polished rice and an appropriate amount of vegetables, and gradually increase the proportion of coarse grains.
In order to maintain a balanced diet, a proper intake of meat, eggs and dairy products, combined with rich vegetables and fruits, not only can you have a varied diet, but also get more comprehensive nutrition.
Uncle Wang still maintains the habit of eating whole grains every day, and he believes that his determination and perseverance to adjust his diet is the key to his recovery.
He no longer struggles with how much and what to eat, but enjoys the process of gradually getting better. The help of coarse grains to the body comes from a reasonable combination and long-term persistence, which is also one of the secrets of his good results through physical examination.
