The number of people with blood becoming increasingly viscous is rising significantly. Total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides are increasing, while HDL cholesterol is decreasing. There is an urgent need for prevention and control of hyperlipidemia (dyslipidemia). The risk of inflammation and blood clot formation in blood vessels is high, which can damage the heart and brain vessels. Let's learn about methods to manage inflammation during holiday periods.

 

"Are there really this many people visiting the hospital?"... What if the heart or brain blood vessels get blocked?

 

The number of people diagnosed with hyperlipidemia (dyslipidemia) each year is rapidly increasing. Last year, nearly 3.04 million people received medical treatment for dyslipidemia. This represents a 38.4% increase compared to five years ago (2019, 2.19 million people) (data from the Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service). Dyslipidemia is a major risk factor for angina and myocardial infarction, which involve narrowing and blockage of the heart and brain blood vessels, and also for stroke (ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke), highlighting its severity. Stroke is a very dangerous disease that can cause paralysis and speech impairments even if life is saved.

Always overeating according to your taste... rapidly raising blood sugar and damaging blood vessels

 

Hyperlipidemia is a risk factor associated with high-calorie, high-fat, and high-carbohydrate food intake, alcohol consumption, and smoking. Additionally, if one dislikes physical activity, leftover energy accumulates in the body, rapidly raising blood sugar levels and damaging blood vessels. Excessive accumulation of visceral fat (belly fat) causes inflammation, which can lead to vascular diseases and other health issues. People who are in the pre-hyperlipidemia stage are at increased risk of developing dyslipidemia if they do not control their diet and engage in physical activity during the recent Chuseok holiday.

 

"I don't want to move"... Significantly below the WHO's physical activity recommendation level

 

It has been found that people in our country tend to dislike moving their bodies. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that the rate of insufficient physical activity is 52.1% (as of 2021). WHO recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week. Activities such as brisk walking, cycling, and house cleaning require movement. Falling short of these recommendations can increase inflammation in the body, raising the risk of heart and cerebrovascular diseases, diabetes, dementia, breast cancer, and colon cancer. The rate of insufficient physical activity is higher among women. It is important to stay active after meals.

 

Foods high in dietary fiber... Why are they good for blood vessels?

 

To prevent and control vascular inflammation, it is advisable to cut back on high-fat, high-calorie foods and include vegetables and fruits rich in dietary fiber, whole grains, legumes, and seaweeds (such as kelp and laver) with meals. Dietary fiber helps reduce triglycerides and cholesterol in the body, prevents rapid increases in blood sugar, and aids in preventing inflammation. The allicin component in onions and garlic contributes to cleaning the blood vessels. To ensure a healthy lifespan, one should control their appetite and choose foods carefully. However, the problem is that many people know this but fail to put it into practice.

 

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There are many greasy foods during the Chuseok holiday.

How to prevent and control vascular inflammation

Limit high-fat, high-calorie foods and consume foods rich in unsaturated fatty acids.

Fish, it is good to eat a lot of vegetables rich in dietary fiber.