We often say “people and blood vessels have the same life span” because an increase in blood viscosity or damage to blood vessels leading to the formation of blood clots can cause blockages in the heart or brain blood vessels, which can then trigger heart attacks or strokes, potentially endangering lives.
According to statistics, there are 330 million people in China with varying degrees of vascular diseases, and the data is showing a steady increase. Behind these frightening figures is the connection with unhealthy dietary habits in daily life.
Are eggs a factor in strokes? Doctors have provided an answer
When it comes to eggs, everyone is familiar with them. In the minds of many, they are considered nutritious, and consuming them regularly is beneficial for health. However, recently some internet users have expressed opposing views, suggesting that frequent egg consumption can lead to high blood lipids, triggering strokes.
In fact, both of these viewpoints are extreme. Consuming just one egg per day provides sufficient high-quality protein. Excessive intake can raise cholesterol levels, leading to high blood lipids and increasing the risk of strokes.
A reminder: it’s best to choose boiled eggs and avoid fried, pickled, or braised eggs.
Doctors warn: to prevent vascular damage, stay away from these 3 types of food
1. Lard
It is widely known that adding lard when stir-frying dishes or making clear broth noodles enhances their flavor.
However, lard contains a high amount of saturated fatty acids. Prolonged consumption increases serum triglyceride and cholesterol levels, causing lipid substances to deposit in blood vessels, reducing vessel wall elasticity, and narrowing blood vessels. As people age, blood vessel walls gradually age, especially in individuals over 45 years old, who should be cautious about their diet and not consume excessive amounts of lard.
2. Salt
Salt contains a significant amount of sodium ions. Excessive intake leads to an imbalance in body minerals, increasing the burden on the heart and kidneys, resulting in continuous high blood pressure. The increased impact on blood vessel walls can lead to vessel damage, blood clots, and blockages in heart and brain blood vessels. Reduce salt usage in daily cooking, avoid high-salt foods like pickled vegetables, salted duck eggs, and preserved meats, and keep daily salt intake below 5g.
3. Liquor
Some young people drink alcohol to relax under stress or to celebrate joyous occasions, while some elderly individuals are habitual drinkers. ethanol found in alcohol not only affects capillary permeability but also damages our endothelial cells. Many cases of strokes occur after alcohol consumption, especially in hypertensive individuals who already have fragile blood vessel walls. Limit alcohol consumption in daily life to prevent vessel damage and blood clot formation.
In daily life, the following must be done to maintain vascular health
Firstly, engage in moderate exercise
Many office workers sit for long hours without much physical activity each day, which can lead to venous stasis in the lower body, slow down metabolism, and hinder blood circulation. It is recommended to dedicate 30 minutes daily to aerobic exercises to strengthen the body, enhance vessel wall elasticity, dilate vessel ends, burn excess fats, and prevent elevated blood lipids. Young individuals can opt for high-intensity exercises like jogging, jump rope, or swimming, while older individuals should prefer low-intensity exercises like stepping, Tai Chi, or Baduanjin.
Secondly, supplement trace elements
Lastly, ensure sufficient sleep
To maintain healthy blood vessels, it is crucial to sleep and wake up early because prolonged late nights can lead to hormonal imbalances, disrupted biological clocks, decreased metabolic capacity, and potential accumulation of harmful substances and toxins in blood vessels. Additionally, staying awake late into the night keeps the sympathetic nervous system stimulated, leading to palpitations, elevated blood pressure, and increased risk of vessel damage. Therefore, maintain a stable and adequate sleep schedule, ideally sleeping before 11 p.m. and ensuring 8 hours of sleep. Individuals experiencing insomnia should calm their thoughts before bedtime, regulate their breathing, and listen to soft instrumental music or white noise.
