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Summer is coming, the temperature is high, and people prefer to eat some cool foods to relieve the heat, but for people with high blood pressure, this season can mean an extra challenge. Heat waves are not only unsettling, but they can also affect blood pressure stability.
We all know that high blood pressure is a chronic disease that needs to be managed for a long time, not only to control the salt intake, but also to many foods that we may ignore in our daily life, which may have a great impact on people with high blood pressure in the summer.
For example, a middle-aged friend who usually controls his blood pressure fairly well, but especially likes to eat ice cream and cold drinks every summer, may find it both thirst-quenching and cooling.
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However, after too much cold food enters the body, the blood vessels will suddenly constrict, and for patients with high blood pressure, this sudden change in blood vessels may cause blood pressure to fluctuate for a short period of time, and even have the risk of triggering cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events.
There is another situation, many people love to eat barbecue in summer, especially when they go out to party with friends in the evening, chat and barbecue, and enjoy the smell of fireworks. But a lot of meat in a barbecue, especially with a lot of spices and spicy foods, not only irritates the gastrointestinal tract, but can also lead to an increase in blood pressure.
In particular, some spicy, intense or fried foods require more blood flow during digestion, which is a burden on the heart of people with high blood pressure.
Moreover, many people are more likely to choose convenient and fast diets in summer, such as frozen foods and instant foods, which often contain high sodium content, which is undoubtedly "adding fuel to the fire" for patients with high blood pressure who need to strictly control sodium intake.
Another example is an elderly woman who likes to buy ready-to-eat salads and cold dishes at the supermarket, which she thinks is convenient and healthy. But she didn't notice that the condiments in these foods, such as salad dressings, were often extremely salty, which directly contributed to her blood pressure being unstable in the summer.
From these examples, we can see that people with high blood pressure need to be more careful in their dietary choices during the summer months. The heat or coldness of food, its composition, and the way it is processed can all be potential factors that can affect blood pressure. Understanding the mechanisms by which these foods affect the body and blood pressure is an important part of summer self-management for every hypertensive patient.
Eating the right way will not only help them better control their blood pressure, but also enjoy a healthier and more comfortable summer.
In the process of hypertension management, we often mention avoiding high-salt, high-fat and other diets, but in fact, there are some seemingly harmless foods that may affect blood pressure, especially in summer. Today, let's talk about this topic from a less commonly mentioned angle, and look at those "invisible" food traps.
Many people like to drink a variety of cold drinks, juices and desserts in summer, these seemingly cool and cool choices, often hide the problem of high sugar and calories.
In particular, packaged fruit juices and cold drinks on the market often add a lot of sugar or sweeteners to make them sweeter. This not only has an impact on blood sugar, but may also affect blood pressure stability in the long run.
For example, there is a retired teacher who likes to make some homemade juices and smoothies in the summer to cool off. At first, he thought it would be healthy and natural, but later on a check-up, he found that his blood sugar and blood pressure had increased. Doctors advised him to reduce the sugar in these homemade drinks and switch to more slices of fruits and vegetables to control the total sugar intake.
In addition, the use of seasonings is often overlooked in the summer. In many cases, in order to make the food more appetizing, more sauces, pickles, or condiments such as monosodium glutamate are used. Not only are these condiments high in sodium and used in excess over a long period of time, but they may also cause an increase in blood pressure.
For example, a housewife who loves to cook likes to prepare a variety of delicious coleslaw for her family in the summer, but after using a lot of commercial seasonings, she noticed that her family's blood pressure generally increased.
On the advice of her doctor, she began to experiment with natural flavors and herbs, such as lemon juice and mint, which not only reduced the sodium content of the food, but also added flavor to the food, and was better for blood pressure control.
So, although summer is a season of relaxation and enjoyment, it is also very important for people with high blood pressure to choose their food and drinks wisely, and pay attention to the hidden sugar and sodium content. By understanding the effects behind these foods, we can better manage and manage high blood pressure, ensuring a healthy and enjoyable summer experience.
For people with high blood pressure, summer is not only a season to challenge blood pressure stability, but also an opportunity to explore and leverage some of nature's unique resources to aid in blood pressure management.
Next, we'll focus on some special natural drinks and infuses that you may not have noticed before, which can help regulate and stabilize high blood pressure.
Let's talk about certain specific herbs and teas. In traditional medicine, there are many herbs that have been used to aid in blood pressure management, but today I would like to mention in particular astragalus and cassia seeds.
Astragalus is an herb widely used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that not only improves immunity, but also regulates blood pressure. Cassia is usually used to clear the liver and eyes, and it can also help lower blood pressure.
For example, there was a patient with high blood pressure who began to drink herbal tea containing astragalus every day on the advice of his doctor. After a few months, he found that his blood pressure was more stable than before.
This is not only because of the pharmacological effects of astragalus, but also because he changed his lifestyle and began to pay more attention to his health, and this combined effect helped him better manage his blood pressure.
Let's look at cassia seeds, which is another example. A middle-aged woman started making tea with cassia seeds every night during the summer, and after a few weeks, she noticed that her sleep quality had improved and her blood pressure had gradually become normal. The diuretic effects of cassia may have reduced the burden on her heart at night, thus indirectly helping to stabilize her blood pressure.
In addition, we can also consider some less common drinks, such as homemade honeysuckle tea. Honeysuckle not only has a pleasant aroma, but its heat-clearing, detoxifying and anti-inflammatory effects are also very suitable for summer drinking.
For those with high blood pressure and a penchant for trying new things, this tea not only provides a new taste experience, but may also help regulate the inflammatory response in the body, thereby aiding blood pressure control.
We cannot ignore the importance of drinking water daily. In summer, people sweat a lot and have an increased need for water, and the right amount of water intake is essential for stabilizing blood pressure.
An elderly person with high blood pressure found that his blood pressure was easier to control by drinking enough water every day instead of sugary drinks or coffee. Supplementation with water helps to maintain the proper viscosity of the blood, thus avoiding drastic fluctuations in blood pressure.
Through these different examples and discussions, we can see that summer is not only a challenge for people with high blood pressure, but also a good opportunity to improve their health by adjusting their diet and lifestyle.
These natural and unique bubble options provide a simple yet effective way to help control and stabilize blood pressure, allowing people with high blood pressure to enjoy the summer while maintaining a healthy quality of life.
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Resources
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