When it comes to high blood lipids, I think everyone is very familiar with it. Because many people around us have high blood lipids, it does not distinguished by age group, and is also known as the “rich disease” by everyone. It particularly tends to affect middle-aged and elderly people.
The reason for elevated blood lipids is due to the accumulation of indicators caused by our excessive food intake and the inability to metabolize them in time. In fact, if blood lipids are too high, lipid substances in the blood vessels will accumulate more, leading to vascular blockage.
The fundamental cause of elevated blood lipids comes from diet, therefore, the diet must avoid the following 4 types of foods:
1. Organ meats
Although organ meats contain a large amount of nutrients, they are also considered high cholesterol foods, and blood is composed of triglycerides and cholesterol. If one frequently consumes high cholesterol foods, it will make the blood viscous, causing high blood lipids which are detrimental to heart and brain health.
2. Sweets
Sweets are not directly the cause of high blood lipids, but they are high in sugar content. After entering the body, they metabolize into fat, leading to excess calories and obesity. When there is excess fat, it merges into the bloodstream, causing an increase in lipid substances in the blood vessel walls, resulting in blood viscosity. Cakes, candies, cheese, pastries, etc., should be consumed in moderation.
3. Fried foods
Fried foods contain a large amount of fats and calories, which are a major factor in high blood lipids and obesity. Although foods that have been fried are delicious and crispy, they cause a rapid increase in internal heat and lead to elevated blood lipids. Furthermore, the absorption will metabolize a large amount of toxins, which is not conducive to liver detoxification.
4. Fatty meats
Many middle-aged and elderly people enjoy eating fatty meats such as pork belly, braised pork, stewed meat, Dongpo pork, which contain a large amount of fat. These types of foods are factors that contribute to obesity and high blood lipids. Regular consumption of these foods will result in excess body fat, and if not metabolized promptly, it will lead to blood congestion, causing an increase in lipid substances in the blood vessels and leading to vascular blockage.
High blood lipids often present two obvious symptoms:
1. Dizziness and vertigo
People with high blood lipids often feel dizzy and dizzy, generally after prolonged sitting or squatting, there is a noticeable dizziness, which gradually eases after standing up and walking. This is because after blood lipids exceed the standard, the blood becomes viscous, causing vascular blockage, insufficient blood supply to the brain resulting in dizziness and vertigo.
Elderly person with headache placing both hands on the head
2. Afternoon drowsiness
Middle-aged and elderly people with high blood lipids generally need to take a nap in the afternoon because elevated blood lipids lead to insufficient oxygen supply to the brain, which triggers signals to the brain nerves. Many people feel very drowsy in the afternoon, yawning frequently, which is often a sign of high blood lipids.
After elevated blood lipids, the blood vessels will become congested, hindering smooth blood circulation. Therefore, reducing blood lipids can protect against cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. By doing two things regularly, your blood vessels will thank you:
1. Cleanse the blood vessels
If blood vessels are filled with garbage, it may pose risks to cardiovascular diseases, therefore, many people with high blood lipids often consume foods like onions, garlic, black fungus, etc. However, these are not the actual cleansers; the substances to help cleanse the blood vessels are fruits such as green plums, mountain grapes, lemons, hawthorn berries, which can help lower blood lipid concentrations and keep away cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
2. Exercise daily
Developing a habit of exercising is an effective way to lower blood lipids, and one should aim to sweat for an hour daily. Individuals with good physical condition can choose to engage in moderate sports, or opt for fast walking, jogging, and other activities.
