As people age, after the age of 45, the aging of the body begins to accelerate, and various problems become more likely, among which cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases are more common. Research shows that cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases have become a “health killer” for middle-aged and elderly people, with the number of patients nationwide exceeding 100 million. Once the blood vessels in the body are no longer “clean” and filled with metabolic waste such as triglycerides and cholesterol, it will gradually lead to blood thickening, resulting in blood clots and causing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Therefore, regardless of gender, after the age of 45, one must prevent “illness from entering through the mouth” and remain vigilant against cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
1. Greasy Foods
Modern people often consume large amounts of fish and meat. It is well known that many clinical cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases are related to high fat intake. Excessive fat intake in the body can lead to too much fat in the blood vessels, thereby making the blood thicker and aggravating vascular blockage. Once blood clots form, the consequences can be severe.
2. Too Salty Foods
Salt is a flavoring agent in life. Some people prefer strong flavors and like to add a lot of salt. These individuals are very susceptible to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. This is because overly salty foods increase the risk of hypertension, which is a significant factor in cardiovascular diseases and strokes. Therefore, you must reduce your salt intake.
3. Animal Liver
Many middle-aged and elderly people enjoy eating animal liver and other organ meats. These foods can be eaten occasionally, but frequent consumption can increase the risk of high blood lipids and cerebral thrombosis. This is because animal organs are high in fat and cholesterol. Once consumed in excess, it can cause a sudden rise in blood cholesterol levels and an increase in blood viscosity, leading to insufficient blood supply to the brain.
4. High-Sugar Foods
After the age of 45, metabolism slows down, which reduces energy expenditure. If you still enjoy high-sugar foods or sweets, you must be cautious. This is because sweets are high in sugar content, and consuming too much makes it difficult for the body to digest. It quickly converts to glucose in the body, which can cause an immediate rise in blood sugar levels and worsen cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. It may even trigger the onset of diabetes, damaging the blood vessels and nerves in the body.
5. Alcohol
The main component of alcohol is ethanol, commonly referred to as “alcohol.” This substance can be said to be the “archenemy” of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. This is because alcohol causes blood vessels to constrict, increases the burden on the heart, speeds up the heart rate, and reduces myocardial contractility, leading to alcoholic cardiomyopathy.
Additionally, alcohol can accelerate the formation of atherosclerosis, which can lead to angina and even myocardial infarction over time. For our health, it is better to drink less alcohol in the future.
