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"I said, Dr. Zhang, you are really good, a bowl of shredded potatoes can even tell me about myocardial infarction?" Dr. Zhang, who was opposite Lao Li, nodded with a smile on his face.
Lao Li is a taxi driver, he is not young, and he has seen guests from all over the world, but it is really the first time that he can talk about cardiovascular disease in just a few words like Dr. Zhang.
Lao Li thought that Dr. Zhang was very interesting, so he took the opportunity to ask himself what was going on with his beating heart.
"What you are asking has a lot to do with potassium deficiency." Dr. Zhang said, pulling out a small bottle of potassium tablets from his pocket, "Potassium is essential for heart function, and without it, it is difficult for heart muscle cells to work properly, causing various problems." ”
Lao Li listened to it with relish, he really didn't expect that the potatoes and bananas he ate on weekdays still had so much knowledge.
"Yes, like this potato, it's very high in potassium. There are also bananas and oranges, both of which are good sources of potassium. Dr. Zhang went on to say that the appearance of a lecture made Lao Li feel as if the taxi he was sitting in had become a small lecture hall.
"Am I going to eat more of these?" Lao Li asked.
"Yes, but do you know why people with potassium deficiency are particularly prone to myocardial infarction?"
Dr. Zhang suddenly came to a sentence, which looked like a very simple question, but after thinking about it, there was really a deep meaning in it.
Lao Li shook his head, saying that he really didn't know anything about this.
Dr. Zhang began to explain: "First of all, potassium is a key thing for heart cells, it helps the heart maintain that kind of electrical activity, which is simply to keep the heart circuit running normally and keep the heart rhythm out of order.
If potassium is insufficient, the heartbeat may be irregular, which increases the risk of myocardial infarction. ”
He paused to see if Lao Li understood, and seeing Lao Li nodding, he continued: "Again, potassium can also help lower blood pressure." Did you know that high blood pressure is a major cause of myocardial infarction?
Eating foods rich in potassium, such as bananas and potatoes, can help us control our blood pressure, which indirectly reduces the risk of heart attack. ”
Lao Li listened more and more attentively, and he couldn't help but interject: "Then should I measure my blood pressure every day and make up some potassium by the way?" ”
Dr. Zhang smiled, "It's a good habit, but don't go too far." Potassium supplementation should be appropriate, as excessive potassium will cause a burden on the heart and affect health. ”
Talking about this, Lao Li felt as if he had found a solution to the heartbeat problem. He decided to eat some bananas every day from today onwards, and occasionally have a potato roast beef, which is not only delicious but also potassium-replenishing.
Dr. Zhang smiled: "You see, when we talk about potassium supplementation, we can't help but talk about potatoes, but you know what? When the potatoes are shredded and fried, in fact, the loss of potassium is also particular.
Many people don't pay attention to the cooking method, resulting in excessive potassium loss, so that the effect of potassium supplementation is greatly reduced. ”
Feeling that he was learning something new from Dr. Zhang every day, Lao Li asked, "So how do you keep the most potassium?" ”
"Oh, that's easy." Dr. Zhang whispered mysteriously, "Don't rush into the pot just yet, soak the shredded potatoes in cold water, which will not only reduce the starch of the potatoes, but also maintain their natural potassium content." Wait until the water is about to boil before putting it in the pot and stir-fry quickly, which can not only lock in the nutrients, but also maintain the original flavor of the food. ”
Lao Li nodded again and again after hearing this, thinking in his heart that he would have to try this trick when he went home.
Then he suddenly thought of his own question, "Dr. Zhang, you said that potassium supplementation is so good for the heart, so what other ways can potassium supplementation be done in addition to eating potatoes and bananas?" I don't want to grow old and have an irregular heartbeat every day. ”
Dr. Zhang smiled and replied seriously: "Actually, in addition to food potassium supplementation, proper physical exercise is also very helpful.
If you move a lot, like a brisk walk or a swim or something, it's good for your body.
Exercise can make blood circulation smoother, the heart will be stronger, and our body can absorb and utilize potassium more effectively. Simple activities like brisk walking or swimming are great options. ”
Lao Li was deeply inspired by this, and he decided to start walking briskly every morning after returning home, and try to adjust his lifestyle in a healthy direction.
Before getting out of the car, Lao Li suddenly remembered a question, "Dr. Zhang, I have a friend who is a heart patient, can he eat more shredded potatoes to supplement potassium like me?" Will there be any side effects? ”
Dr. Zhang replied seriously: "For heart patients, it is true that they need to be more careful with their potassium intake. Because they may be taking medications such as diuretics, which can affect the potassium balance in the body.
It's best to listen to your doctor and ask them to guide you on how to adjust your diet and how to supplement potassium. For your friend, it is recommended that he discuss it with his doctor first and adjust it according to the doctor's advice. ”
Lao Li was very satisfied with Dr. Zhang's answer, and after thanking Dr. Zhang for his patient answer, he left the carriage satisfied, and secretly wrote down the things he wanted to share with his friends when he went back.
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