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"You've been losing a lot of hair lately, do you often stir-fry vegetables with lard?" In the consultation room of Yang Bin's family doctor, Dr. Wang, Dr. Wang inadvertently threw out such a sentence while flipping through Yang Bin's physical examination report.
Yang Bin, an ordinary bank clerk, was a little surprised by the sudden question.
Although he thinks his diet is healthy, he really doesn't particularly avoid lard.
In fact, Yang Bin recently not only found that he had serious hair loss, but also a slight chest tightness and fatigue.
As these symptoms continued to bother him, he followed the advice of his family and went to the hospital for a comprehensive medical check-up.
The results of the physical examination showed that Yang Bin's total cholesterol level was high and his blood pressure had also risen slightly, which made him worry about his health.
Dr. Wang explained that this may be related to his eating habits and lifestyle, especially the long-term intake of lard high in saturated fat.
Therefore, Dr. Wang gave some suggestions for lifestyle changes, especially for people with unhealthy hearts, there are five things that should be avoided as much as possible:
First of all, stir-fry with little or no lard.
Dr. Wang explained that lard is rich in saturated fatty acids, which can raise the level of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the blood and increase the burden on the heart.
At the same time, excessive lard intake can also lead to an increased inflammatory response in the body, which in turn can affect cardiovascular health.
Dr. Wang suggests that olive oil or other oils with a high content of monounsaturated fatty acids can help regulate blood lipid levels and are more heart-friendly.
Second, avoid overexertion.
High work pressure, long hours of overtime, lack of rest, etc., can all put an extra burden on the heart.
Studies have shown that chronic stress and lack of sleep can lead to an overactive sympathetic nervous system, triggering an increase in blood pressure and an increased risk of heart attack.
Therefore, Yang Bin needs to learn to arrange work and rest time reasonably to ensure that he has enough sleep every day.
Third, reduce your intake of salty foods.
A high-salt diet is one of the main culprits of high blood pressure, which is an important risk factor for coronary heart disease.
Dr. Wong emphasised that reducing salt intake to no more than 6 grams per day can significantly lower blood pressure and thus reduce the risk of heart disease.
Fourth, quit smoking and limit alcohol.
The nicotine in tobacco stimulates the heart, causing a rapid heartbeat and increased blood pressure, and long-term smoking can also damage the walls of blood vessels, contributing to hardening of the arteries.
At the same time, excessive alcohol consumption can lead to problems such as high blood pressure and fatty liver, which further increases the burden on the heart.
Therefore, in order to protect the heart, quitting smoking and limiting alcohol is a necessary measure.
Finally, stick to moderate levels of physical activity.
Dr. Wang suggested that Yang Bin can do aerobic exercises such as brisk walking and swimming, which can help strengthen heart function, improve blood circulation and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
At the same time, moderate physical activity can also help reduce weight, control blood pressure and blood lipid levels, and is extremely beneficial for maintaining heart health.
After Yang Dou learned more about the advice of these doctors, he couldn't help but have a deep reflection on his previous living habits.
He realized that it was not enough to rely on medical treatment alone, but more to rely on the details of daily life to maintain his heart health.
Based on the above situation, we can't help but ask, why is the incidence of coronary heart disease still high in modern society, even in the context of basic health knowledge?
Is there a blind spot in our perception of lifestyle habits or other factors?
Through a detailed analysis, we can find that despite the widespread use of medical information, the actual compliance with health advice in daily life is not high.
The stressful environment of society as a whole, the orientation of the food market, and people's pursuit of instant gratification may be complex reasons for this phenomenon.
To fundamentally reduce the incidence of chronic diseases such as coronary heart disease, in addition to individual efforts, we need the joint efforts of all sectors of society to promote the establishment of healthier lifestyles and environments.
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