Aunt Wang has always been a "health expert" in the community, and she goes for an hour-long walk in the park every morning. Recently, Aunt Wang's old friend Uncle Li talked to her about some of her troubles. Uncle Li said that he has been feeling dizzy and heavy recently, and sometimes he has inexplicable headaches. This worried him, so he decided to go to the hospital for a check-up.
At the hospital, the doctor gave Uncle Li a detailed physical examination and blood tests, and finally found that he had hyperlipidemia. Uncle Li was taken aback: except for the occasional greasy thing, he thought he was healthy in other aspects.
The doctor told him that the symptoms of hyperlipidemia were not obvious in the early stages, and some people may experience symptoms such as dizziness and headache, but they are often overlooked. This inspection made Uncle Li realize that health is not only what it looks like on the surface, but also about the "hidden dangers" inside.
Hyperlipidemia, also known as hyperlipidemia, is when lipid levels in the blood are higher than normal. The main harm of hyperlipidemia is that it can lead to atherosclerosis, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Uncle Li's symptoms are actually not unusual. The early symptoms of hyperlipidemia are often insidious and subtle, but some head symptoms can be early warning signs.
If you have these 3 symptoms in the head, you should pay attention to them:
1. Dizziness is one of the more common symptoms. High blood lipids can lead to increased blood viscosity and slowed blood flow, which can lead to insufficient blood supply to the brain, which can lead to dizziness.
2. Headache is also a manifestation of hyperlipidemia. High blood lipids can cause damage to the lining of blood vessels, causing vasospasm, which in turn can lead to headaches.
3. Long-term hyperlipidemia may also cause tinnitus, which is also caused by insufficient blood supply to the inner ear.
When Uncle Li heard these explanations, he couldn't help but worry: "Then what should I do?" Are you going to take medicine for the rest of your life? The doctor shook his head and told him that the management of hyperlipidemia does not only depend on medication, but more importantly, on lifestyle adjustments.
Diet and exercise are indeed two important aspects of controlling high blood lipids.
1. In terms of diet, reduce the intake of saturated fats and trans fats, and eat more foods rich in unsaturated fatty acids, such as fish, nuts and olive oil. It's also important to increase your intake of dietary fiber, with oats, legumes, vegetables, and fruits all being good options.
2. Moderate exercise can help lower blood lipid levels, and do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise per week, such as brisk walking, swimming, or cycling.
In addition to diet and exercise, the management of hyperlipidemia can also start from the following aspects:
1. Maintain a healthy weight: Being overweight or obese is an important risk factor for hyperlipidemia. Maintaining a healthy weight through a proper diet and proper exercise can effectively reduce blood lipid levels.
2. Quit smoking and limit alcohol: Smoking lowers the level of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) and increases the level of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), thereby exacerbating atherosclerosis. Alcohol restriction can help control weight and blood pressure, and also have a positive effect on blood lipid levels.
3. Manage diabetes and hypertension: Diabetes and hypertension are both risk factors for hyperlipidemia. By controlling blood sugar and blood pressure, you can reduce damage to blood vessels, which can lead to lower blood lipid levels.
4. Regular physical examination: Regular blood lipid examination can detect hyperlipidemia as early as possible and take corresponding measures to manage it. Lipid profiles are generally recommended for adults every 5 years, and more frequently if there is a family history of hyperlipidemia or other risk factors.
The management of hyperlipidemia is a long-term process and is not achieved overnight. Its management requires a full range of lifestyle modifications, not just relying on medications.
A balanced diet, moderate exercise, and regular check-ups are all important factors in maintaining good health.
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