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The early morning sun poured into the window, and Aunt Wang slowly opened her eyes. She habitually reached for the glass on the bedside table, ready to take her first sip of water.
At this moment, she suddenly remembered a statement she heard while chatting with her old sisters last night: drinking water on an empty stomach in the morning may increase the risk of heart attack and cerebral infarction. Aunt Wang hesitated, her hand hanging in the air, not knowing whether to drink this sip or not.
This problem is not unique to Aunt Wang. Many middle-aged and elderly people have heard similar statements, but is it true or false? How can something as simple as drinking water become a health hazard? With these questions in mind, let's find out.
Dr Lee is an experienced cardiovascular specialist. He told us: "Waking up early to drink water does not directly cause a heart attack or cerebral infarction. On the contrary, drinking water in moderation has many benefits for the body. However, for some special populations, it is true that you need to pay attention to how and when you drink water. "
So, why is there such a statement? It turns out that this is related to the physiological state of the human body. Professor Zhang, a well-known physiology expert, explained: "When people are asleep, there is a decrease in body water.
After waking up in the morning, the human body is in a state of mild dehydration, the blood concentration is higher, and the blood viscosity increases. If you drink plenty of water at this time, it may cause a sudden drop in blood concentration, causing blood pressure to fluctuate. "
For healthy people, this change usually has no noticeable effect. But for people with high blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, or cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, the situation is different.
Grandma Zhao is 78 years old and has suffered from high blood pressure for many years. She shared her experience: "I used to drink a big glass of cold water every morning and I felt that it was very thirst-quenching. Once after drinking water in the morning, I suddenly felt dizzy and almost fell. Later, after a doctor's examination, it was found that it was caused by blood pressure fluctuations. "
Uncle Qian has a different experience: "I have mild coronary heart disease, and the doctor recommended that I drink a small amount of water many times in the morning. Now I get used to taking small sips at a time, and I feel much more comfortable. "
So, how can middle-aged and elderly people drink water safely? Dr. Sun gives the following advice:
1. Don't drink plenty of water immediately after waking up, you can rinse your mouth first to moisten your mouth.
2. Drink a small amount of water many times, 100-200ml each time is appropriate.
3. The water temperature should be room temperature or slightly warm, avoid drinking too cold or too hot water.
4. People with underlying diseases, such as hypertension and coronary heart disease, should pay more attention to the way they drink water.
5. If you feel unwell, stop drinking water immediately and seek medical attention promptly.
Dietitian Wu adds, "In addition to paying attention to the way you drink water, it is also important to eat a balanced diet. Moderate intake of minerals such as potassium and magnesium can help maintain electrolyte balance and be beneficial to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health. "
Still, there's no need to be overly nervous. Dr Cheng emphasised, "Drinking water in moderation has many benefits for the body, such as boosting metabolism and preventing constipation. The key is to choose the right way to drink water according to your own situation. "
After listening to the experts' explanations, Aunt Wang breathed a sigh of relief. She decided to take the advice and change her drinking habits. Now, she rinses her mouth with warm water every morning and then takes a few small sips of water slowly to feel better.
This topic has sparked a lively discussion in the community. Retired Uncle Chen said: "I used to think that it didn't hurt to drink more water, but now I know that I really have to pay attention to methods." Aunt Liu, who sells vegetables in the vegetable market, said: "I get up early every day and am busy working, so how can I have time to think so much." But I need to pay attention to what you say. "
Mr. Lin, a retired PE teacher, shared his experience: "I think it's good to be active before drinking water in the morning. Every day after I wake up, I do a few minutes of gentle stretching exercises, and I feel that my blood circulation is better, and I don't feel uncomfortable drinking water. "
When Dr. Zhou from the community hospital heard about it, he decided to hold a health talk to educate the residents about proper drinking water. "Prevention is better than cure," he said. It is hoped that in this way, more people will understand the importance of scientific drinking water. "
Overall, waking up early to drink water is not a predator, the key is to do it properly. For middle-aged and elderly people, it is necessary to take appropriate drinking methods according to their own conditions. At the same time, maintaining good living habits and regular physical examinations can truly protect your health.
Back at the beginning of the story, Aunt Wang has now found a way to drink water that suits her. She said with a smile: "I used to think that something as simple as drinking water could cause problems, but now I know that health really needs us to take care of it all the time!" "
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