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Aunt Wang stood in the kitchen, hesitantly looking at the pickles in her hand. She remembered the news that her neighbor Lao Li was hospitalized with a sudden cerebral hemorrhage a few days ago, and she felt uneasy.
Lao Li usually looks quite tough, how could such a thing suddenly happen? Aunt Wang put down the pickles and decided to visit Lao Li in the hospital, and by the way, asked the doctor how to prevent cerebral hemorrhage.
When she arrived at the hospital, Aunt Wang saw Xiao Zhang, who was taking care of Lao Li's son. Zhang told her that the doctor said that her father's brain hemorrhage was related to long-term high blood pressure.
Aunt Wang said in surprise: "Lao Li usually looks so healthy, who knows that he still has high blood pressure!" Xiao Zhang sighed and said, "The doctor said that many people don't know that they have high blood pressure, and it is too late when they find out." "
Aunt Wang fell into deep thought. She remembered that she had been feeling dizzy lately, could it be a sign of high blood pressure? At this time, the doctor came on rounds, and Aunt Wang took the opportunity to ask the doctor for advice on how to prevent high blood pressure and cerebral hemorrhage.
The doctor patiently explained: "High blood pressure is indeed one of the main risk factors for cerebral hemorrhage. In addition to regular monitoring of blood pressure and proper exercise, eating habits are also very important. Some foods may worsen high blood pressure and increase the risk of cerebral hemorrhage, and we should try to eat as little as possible. "
Aunt Wang asked eagerly, "Doctor, which foods should be eaten less?" "
The doctor smiled and said, "I was about to tell you." The first is high-salt foods. Excessive sodium intake can lead to water retention in the body, increasing pressure on blood vessels. According to the recommendations of the Chinese Nutrition Society, adults should not consume more than 6 grams of salt per day. "
Aunt Wang suddenly realized, remembering that she usually likes to eat pickles and pickled foods, and it seems that she has to change this habit.
The doctor continued: "The second is high-fat foods. Animal offal, fatty meat and other foods contain a lot of saturated fatty acids, which can easily lead to the hardening of blood vessel walls and the increase of blood pressure. It is recommended to choose more foods containing unsaturated fatty acids such as vegetable oil and fish. "
Xiao Zhang interjected: "My dad loves to eat braised fatty meat, and it seems that he will have to eat less in the future." "
The doctor nodded, and said, "The third is a sugary drink." Too much sugar can lead to obesity and increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Research from the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention has shown that people who regularly consume sugary beverages have a higher incidence of hypertension. "
Aunt Wang thought of the milk tea she had to drink every day, and she couldn't help but feel a little weak.
"The fourth is processed foods." The doctor continues, "Many processed foods contain high amounts of salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats, and long-term consumption can increase the risk of high blood pressure. It is recommended to eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, and less processed foods such as instant noodles and potato chips. "
Finally, the doctor mentions alcohol: "Excessive alcohol consumption can increase blood pressure and increase the risk of cerebral hemorrhage. The Chinese guidelines for the prevention of cardiovascular disease recommend that men drink no more than 25 grams of pure alcohol per day and women no more than 15 grams per day. "
After listening to the doctor's explanation, Aunt Wang and Xiao Zhang were thoughtful. Aunt Wang decided to change her eating habits from today, and Xiao Zhang also said that she would take good care of her father's diet.
After leaving the hospital, Aunt Wang passed by a supermarket and wanted to buy some healthy food. She saw a young girl picking vegetables, and couldn't help but come up and say, "Little girl, do you know? Eating more vegetables is very helpful in preventing high blood pressure. "
The girl smiled and replied, "Yes, my mother is a nutritionist and often tells me this." She also told me that potassium in vegetables helps balance sodium in the body, which is good for blood pressure control. "
Aunt Wang said in surprise: "What a coincidence! Your mom must know a lot about healthy eating, right? "
The girl nodded: "Yes, she always said that prevention is better than cure." For example, she recommends eating nuts every day because the unsaturated fatty acids and magnesium in nuts are beneficial for cardiovascular health. "
Aunt Wang said thoughtfully: "It seems that I have to learn a little bit about healthy eating." By the way, did your mom recommend any foods that are particularly beneficial? "
The girl thought for a moment and said, "My mother often recommends eating deep-sea fish, like salmon and tuna. She said the fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which help lower blood pressure and reduce inflammation. "
Aunt Wang carefully wrote down these suggestions and decided to plan her diet well when she returned home. She thanked the enthusiastic girl and was full of anticipation for a healthy life.
After returning home, Aunt Wang began to tidy up the kitchen. She put high-salt foods such as pickles and canned food on a higher shelf, and decided to eat less of them in the future. The milk tea and soft drinks in the fridge were poured out and replaced with fresh fruits and vegetables.
In the evening, Aunt Wang cooked a healthy dinner for her wife: steamed sea bass, cold cucumber, scrambled eggs with tomatoes, and a small bowl of nuts. My wife was surprised and asked, "Why did you suddenly become so healthy today?" "
Aunt Wang told her wife about today's experience with a smile and said, "We are not young anymore, and we need to pay more attention to our bodies." Let's start eating healthy from today! "
My wife nodded and said approvingly, "You're right. Health is the most important thing, and we work together. "
In this way, Aunt Wang and her wife began their journey of healthy life. Not only did they change their eating habits, but they also started taking daily walks and checking their blood pressure regularly. Gradually, they found themselves in better physical condition and more energetic.
A month later, Aunt Wang went to visit Lao Li in the hospital again. She was pleasantly surprised to find that Lao Li had almost recovered. Lao Li said gratefully: "Thanks to the doctor's advice and the care of my family, my blood pressure is now well controlled. "
Aunt Wang happily shared the changes she has made in the past month, and the two old friends looked at each other and smiled, both of them feeling happy about their healthy life.
This story tells us that the key to preventing high blood pressure and intracerebral hemorrhage lies in the little things in our daily lives. Through a reasonable diet, moderate exercise, and regular physical examinations, each of us can protect our own health. Let's work together to create a healthy and beautiful future!