"Aunt Li, is this the ginger candy you just made? It smells so good! Neighbor Xiao Wang looked at the plate in Aunt Li's hand, full of anticipation.
Aunt Li just wanted to hand Xiao Wang a piece, but suddenly remembered the physical examination report a few days ago. "Oh, Xiao Wang, I may not be able to give you this ginger candy." Aunt Li withdrew her hand with some embarrassment.
"Why? Aunt Li, isn't this ginger candy your favorite dessert? Xiao Wang asked puzzled.
"Yes, but a few days ago, the doctor said that my blood pressure was a little high, and I was told to pay attention to my diet.
I've heard that people with high blood pressure can't eat ginger, so this ginger candy..."Aunt Li explained, feeling a little lost.
She has always prided herself on her craft, but now she can't even share her best dessert with anyone.
"Ah, that's it, Aunt Li, you still have to pay attention to your body." Xiao Wang said with concern.
Aunt Li nodded, but began to mumble in her heart: "Is it true that you can't eat ginger for high blood pressure?" So what else can I do in the future? ”
With these questions and unwillingness, Aunt Li decided to go to the doctor to ask for an understanding.
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In the doctor's office, Aunt Li asked in detail about the dietary precautions for patients with high blood pressure.
"Doctor, I've heard that people with high blood pressure can't eat ginger, is it true?" Aunt Li asked nervously.
The doctor smiled and shook his head: "It's not that people with high blood pressure can't eat ginger at all, but in moderation."
Ginger itself has a certain medicinal value, which can diffuse wind and cold, warm and stop vomiting.
However, excessive consumption may stimulate an increase in blood pressure, so it is important to control the amount. ”
After listening to the doctor's explanation, the stone in Aunt Li's heart finally fell to the ground.
It turns out that ginger is not a taboo food for people with high blood pressure, as long as you pay attention to the right amount.
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"Doctor, what foods should people with high blood pressure really avoid?" Aunt Li continued to ask.
"People with high blood pressure should try to avoid foods that are high in salt, fat and cholesterol." The doctor explained, "For example, pickles, bacon, fatty meat, animal offal, etc.
These foods can easily lead to elevated blood pressure and dyslipidemia, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease. ”
1. High-salt food
Doctors recommend that patients with high blood pressure should limit their daily salt intake to less than 6 grams.
Foods high in salt, such as pickles, pickled foods (such as bacon, kimchi, etc.), and foods high in sodium (such as milk, shrimp skin, soy sauce, etc.) may cause blood pressure to rise, so they should be avoided as much as possible.
2. High-fat foods
Such foods include animal liver, fatty meats, fried foods, etc.
High-fat foods can not only lead to weight gain, but may also trigger dyslipidemia and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Therefore, people with high blood pressure should choose low-fat foods and minimize the amount of oil used in cooking.
3. High-cholesterol foods
For example, animal offal, egg yolks, etc. contain high cholesterol, and excessive intake may lead to blockage of blood vessels and increase the risk of heart attack.
People with high blood pressure should control their intake of these foods.
4. High-sugar foods
Including sweets, cakes, sweet drinks, etc.
Foods high in sugar can lead to weight gain and may also trigger chronic diseases such as diabetes, which can aggravate high blood pressure.
5. Irritating foods
Spicy foods (chili peppers, peppercorns, etc.) and strong tea, strong coffee, etc., may stimulate the nervous system and cause blood pressure to rise.
6. Alcohol
Drinking alcohol increases the heart rate, constricts blood vessels, and increases blood pressure.
Therefore, people with high blood pressure should avoid alcohol or strictly control the amount of alcohol they drink.
After learning about these dietary taboos, Aunt Li decided to revisit her eating habits and make a reasonable eating plan.
Aunt Li listened carefully to the doctor's explanation, and secretly wrote down these dietary taboos in her heart.
At the same time, she also understands the importance of healthy eating.
On the way home, Aunt Li began to reflect on her eating habits.
She decided that in the future, she should pay attention to food hygiene and nutritional balance, eat more vegetables and fruits, and eat less greasy and heavy food.
At the same time, she should also strengthen her exercise and maintain a good attitude to make her body healthier.
After a period of hard work and adjustment, Aunt Li's blood pressure was gradually controlled.
She felt her body lighter and more energetic than before.
At the same time, she also learned how to mix food reasonably and control the amount of food to make her diet healthier and more delicious.
Now, Aunt Li is no longer entangled in the question of whether she can eat ginger.
She knows that with a moderate and balanced diet, she can enjoy good food and stay healthy at the same time.
She also hopes that her experience can bring some inspiration and help to her friends, so that everyone can pay more attention to healthy eating and lifestyle adjustment.