“Oh, I’ve formed a blood clot”... What are the worst eating habits that clog blood vessels and cause weight gain?

Smooth blood circulation is essential for maintaining good health. Imagine a blood clot suddenly forming and blocking a blood vessel. The mere thought is frightening. If blood vessels become blocked, it can lead to life-threatening heart disease and stroke (cerebral infarction or cerebral hemorrhage) that leave lasting disabilities. People who develop blood clots are often overweight or obese. Why is that? Let's take another look at vascular health.

 

If you have underlying health conditions, be careful on chilly mornings. ... Why do blood clots form more easily? ?

 

The large daily temperature fluctuations these days increase the risk of blood clots. Exposure to cold air in the morning causes the body's sympathetic nervous system to become agitated, leading to the constriction of blood vessels (peripheral arteries) and resulting in elevated blood pressure and increased heart rate. When body temperature drops, blood becomes thicker due to platelet issues, making it easier for blood clots to form (data from the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency). The ability to regulate blood pressure is particularly impaired in individuals with hypertension, diabetes, or hyperlipidemia. Those with these underlying conditions must be extremely cautious during periods when mornings are chilly and temperatures rise during the day. Even those in the pre-hypertension or pre-diabetes stages cannot be complacent.

“ There are too many people with damaged blood vessels ”... heart disease , Causes of death from single organ disease 1 stomach

 

In 2022 alone, as many as 1,833,320 people visited hospitals due to cardiovascular problems. This represents a 19.9% ​​increase from 1,529,537 in 2018 (data from the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service). The number is expected to continue rising due to changes in dietary habits. Cardiovascular disease carries a very high mortality risk and is the second leading cause of death in Korea, following cancer. Cerebrovascular disease ranks fifth (2023 data from Statistics Korea). While "cancer" encompasses various types of cancer such as lung and liver cancer, heart disease is the leading single-organ disease. Over the past decade, the number of deaths caused by cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases has been highest during the current period of large daily temperature fluctuations or in the dead of winter when the cold is at its peak.

 

triglycerides - Cholesterol management is important ... The reason why belly fat appears ?

 

Dietary habits are crucial for the prevention and management of vascular diseases. It is essential to prevent and manage underlying conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia. You must reduce consumption of salty foods that raise blood pressure, as well as greasy foods like fatty meats, organ meats, and processed meats (sausages, ham, etc.) that increase triglycerides and cholesterol in the blood. While salt intake is necessary, the problem lies in consuming two to three times the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended amount (less than 5g per day). Such dietary habits also lead to belly fat accumulation, signaling a red light for vascular and obesity management. Smoking, which constricts blood vessels, must be quit immediately.

 

You have to be careful about what you eat ... Exercising improves blood vessels and helps you lose weight.

 

Once you reach middle age, you should not eat the same way you did when you were young. You must consistently consume dietary fiber (found in vegetables, fruits, and seaweed) and legumes to reduce triglycerides and cholesterol. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency and the U.S. FDA have stated that consuming an appropriate amount of soy protein is effective in preventing heart disease. Once damaged, heart muscle does not recover, leading to a continuous stream of complications. Prevention is the best approach for vascular disease, and if signs appear, you must change your eating habits and exercise. Exercising for at least 30 minutes a day, about 5 days a week, can improve your blood vessels and help you lose weight. Let's get up from your seat right now and walk around the living room and office.

 

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Apples, onions, and oats are said to be blood clot cleaners.

Apples taste good these days.

Please make sure to take it.

 

Blood vessel management is important, isn't it?