Blood thickening, also known as “blood thickening.” Hyperlipidemia is a factor in blood thickening.
Hyperlipidemia is a common modern vascular disease, caused by abnormal lipid metabolism leading to an imbalance of lipids in the blood, present in the form of lipoproteins.
Blood viscosity ≠ hyperlipidemia!
Blood thickening is a “tangible” component in the blood. When the tangible components increase, the resistance to blood flow increases, leading to a slower blood flow;
Hyperlipidemia is caused by high cholesterol, high triglycerides, or low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol in the blood.
A simple analysis shows that people with blood thickening may not have high blood lipids or abnormalities; diagnosis can only be confirmed through lipid tests.
As blood lipids gradually rise in the body, your body will reveal vulnerabilities. Seek medical attention promptly if you notice any signs, to prevent potential blockages in the blood vessels and avoid more serious illnesses.
When blood lipids are elevated, the body may show 4 vulnerabilities, which should not be overlooked
Earlobes with creases
When both ears of a person have creases, about 70% of them may have high blood lipid problems, even leading to atherosclerosis, insufficient blood supply to the heart and brain, and other symptoms. Research shows that about 74% of those with heart disease and high blood lipids have earlobe creases.
Appearance of xanthoma
In middle-aged and elderly women, yellow, orange, or reddish-brown patches may appear on the eyelids, backs of hands, buttocks, and elbow joints. These painless and itchy patches, slightly elevated above the skin surface, might be xanthomas. The appearance of xanthomas indicates a severe elevation of blood lipids, prompting timely medical examination.
Changes in skin and nails
High blood lipids cause peripheral artery disease, initially affecting the legs. Insufficient blood supply and nutrients to the legs result in reduced leg and foot hair, slow growth, tight skin on the legs, nail bed hyperplasia, or whitening of nails.
Frequent drowsiness
If you experience frequent drowsiness and yawning during the day, despite adequate sleep at night, this is likely due to cerebral hypoxia caused by high blood lipids, leading to persistent drowsiness. Timely intervention is crucial to address this – do not delay.
The appearance of hyperlipidemia is often associated with poor lifestyle and dietary habits. Especially avoid the following types of foods known to contribute to high blood lipids, and swiftly eliminate them from your diet.
The Roots of Hyperlipidemia Unveiled – Three Types of Foods to Control Your Mouth and Win
High-salt foods
Foods with high salt content include pickled foods, various sauces, puffed snacks, sausages, etc. High-salt consumption can lead to kidney damage and induce hypertension.
Hyperlipidemia and hypertension pose greater damage to blood vessels and are more likely to lead to complications. Commonly found carcinogenic nitrosamines in pickled foods can increase the risk of cancer. Prolonged consumption of high-salt foods can damage the gastric mucosa, increasing the risk of gastritis and ulcers, severely compromising health. Control your mouth promptly, as restraint leads to victory.
Animal offal, fatty meats
Commonly consumed animal offal includes pork liver, fatty meats, sheep kidneys, etc. Animal offal contains high cholesterol levels, increasing the risk of abnormal lipid metabolism and elevated blood lipids in susceptible individuals.
Long-term consumption of these foods is more likely to cause gradual elevation of blood lipids, leading to complications such as atherosclerosis and fatty liver. Fatty meats contain significant amounts of saturated fats, causing continuous elevation of blood lipids and increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Control your diet promptly.
Alcoholic beverages
There are various alcoholic beverages such as beer, liquor, wine, all containing alcohol content that increases the risk of illness upon consumption.
Alcohol primarily enters the body and activates lipase in adipose tissue, releasing fat into the bloodstream, increasing lipid content, ultimately causing high blood lipids.
Studies indicate that moderate alcohol consumption can promote the synthesis of high-density lipoproteins, but excessive alcohol intake can stimulate the liver to excessively produce low-density lipoproteins, increasing the risk of liver diseases. Control your intake promptly, as restraint leads to victory.
To prevent blood vessel blockages, maintain healthy blood vessels, and perform these 3 actions
Ensure adequate hydration
To protect blood vessels, ensure sufficient water intake. Especially after waking up in the morning, drinking a glass of warm water on an empty stomach can quickly dilute the blood, improving high blood viscosity.
In everyday life, cultivate a habit of drinking water actively. Ensure a daily intake of at least 1500 milliliters of water, helping accelerate metabolism, reduce harmful residue, ensure unobstructed blood vessels, and prevent blockages.
Consume more foods that support blood vessels
To protect your health, regularly consume foods that help lower blood lipids, such as carrots, hawthorn, seaweed, kelp, corn, etc.
Fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C and dietary fiber accelerate gastrointestinal motility, reduce harmful residue, lower cholesterol levels, and dilute high blood viscosity.
Maintain regular exercise and a positive outlook
As the saying goes, “Life is movement.” Regular physical activity speeds up blood circulation, accelerates lipid metabolism, lowers blood lipids, and improves blood viscosity. Additionally, maintaining a positive and optimistic attitude in daily life reduces stress on blood vessels, helps resist cancer cell generation, and enhances overall well-being.
