In recent years, the probability of people suffering from high blood lipids has significantly increased. Hyperlipidemia is already a major cause of coronary heart disease. Abnormal blood lipid levels in the human body can easily trigger the occurrence of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, posing great harm to patients. For individuals with high blood lipids, only by striving to adhere to a scientific diet can they avoid the greater impact of high blood lipids on the body.
Doctor: 3 breakfast items commonly consumed that may harm blood vessels, must be avoided:
1. Fried dough sticks
Some people like to eat a fried dough stick and drink soy milk in the morning. However, fried dough sticks are fried foods, and the oil used is repeatedly reused, producing harmful substances at high temperatures. Additionally, fried dough sticks contain a considerable amount of fat; prolonged consumption can lead to excessive body fat and ultimately increase blood lipid levels.
2. Salted vegetables
In the past, due to poor living conditions and economic circumstances, most people had the habit of pickling salted vegetables. Although people’s economic conditions have improved now, this habit persists. Many people like to eat some pickled vegetables for breakfast. This dietary habit lacks nutrition and, as salted vegetables contain a high amount of salt, can damage blood vessels and even cause poisoning.
3. Eggs
Consuming an egg daily can promote human growth and development significantly. However, the egg yolk is known to contain high cholesterol levels. People with high blood lipids who consume eggs frequently can worsen their existing condition. Therefore, it’s essential to strictly control the intake of eggs. For healthy individuals, consuming 1-2 eggs every other day is most suitable.
What abnormalities appear in the body when blood lipids are excessive?
(1) Purple lips
When blood lipids in the body exceed the standard, the transport of nutrients and energy in the body is inhibited, leading to local tissue ischemia and hypoxia. This mainly manifests as purple lips, pale complexion, dizziness, and vertigo.
(2) Numbness in the body
When blood lipids rise, the limbs do not receive timely blood supply, leading to numbness. If blood lipid levels are already high, failing to undergo medical examinations promptly can result in facial numbness, and the likelihood of a stroke is high.
(3) Leg pain
Individuals with high blood lipids not only have high cholesterol and triglycerides levels but also suffer from impaired local fat metabolism. The accumulation of a large amount of lipid near muscle fibers can cause muscle spasms, calf cramps, leg pain, and other symptoms.
(4) Dizziness, headache, ringing in the ears
Due to the high triglyceride content in the body, blood viscosity increases, blood circulation slows down, and inadequate blood supply to the brain and other organs and tissues occur. Consequently, dizziness, headaches, and frequent yawning are more likely to appear.
The “cleaner” for blood vessels has been announced, not apple, and doctors suggest eating openly may help reduce blood lipids.
Doctor’s reminder: Do two things daily for smooth blood vessels and reduced blood lipids:
1. Diet
Individuals with high blood lipids should maintain a light diet, consume more coarse grains, vegetables, fruits low in sugar, and reduce foods high in cholesterol. Meat consumption should be limited to once a week, while foods with low-fat content fish can be consumed moderately. It is best to eat to about 70-80% full during meals and avoid overeating.
2. Moderate exercise
Prolonged sedentary behavior hinders lipid metabolism. Therefore, it is necessary to engage in regular exercise to promote body metabolism and accelerate blood circulation. However, overly intense aerobic exercises should be avoided. Individuals with high blood lipids can opt for activities like climbing, Tai Chi, brisk walking, and jogging, maintaining at least 30 minutes of exercise daily.
