Mr. Zhao, who is in his 50s, has been hospitalized several times for coronary heart disease.
One day, he came to my office worried.
Before I could speak, he said eagerly:
"Doctor, I've heard that coronary heart disease can't even drink a sip of tea, is this true?
I usually like to drink some tea, but if I can't drink it, it will be too uncomfortable. ”
I smiled and asked him to sit down first, and said:
Mr. Zhao looked puzzled:
"What kind of tea can you drink?"
I patiently explained:
"As long as you choose the right tea, not only will it not affect your condition, but it may also be beneficial to your health."
Mr. Zhao hurriedly asked:
"Tell me, doctor."
Next, I will tell you that for patients with coronary heart disease, there are 4 types of tea that can be drunk with confidence.
1. Green tea - the "cleanser" of blood vessels
Green tea is rich in antioxidants such as tea polyphenols and catechins, which act as a "cleanser" for blood vessels, which can help remove free radicals in blood vessels, reduce lipid peroxidation, and reduce blood viscosity, thereby improving the health of the cardiovascular system.
I said to Mr. Zhao:
"If you think about it, blood vessels are like water pipes in your home, if there's too much dirt in them, the water won't flow smoothly.
These ingredients in green tea can help you clean up some of the 'dirt' in your blood vessels.
Moreover, tea polyphenols can also inhibit platelet aggregation, prevent thrombosis, and reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. ”
Mr. Zhao nodded:
"I see, that's pretty good."
I reminded.
2. Chrysanthemum tea - the "cooling agent" of the heart
Chrysanthemum has the effect of clearing the liver and eyes, clearing heat and detoxifying.
For patients with coronary heart disease, chrysanthemum tea is like a "cooling agent" for the heart.
It can help soothe nerves, reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and play a certain protective role in the heart.
I looked at Mr. Zhao and said:
"Do you usually get angry in a hurry?
Drinking some chrysanthemum tea can calm your heart, like blowing a cool breeze on your heart on a hot summer day.
The flavonoids in chrysanthemums can also dilate the coronary arteries and increase blood supply to the heart muscle. ”
Mr. Zhao thoughtfully:
"Well, I'm a little quick-tempered."
I admonished.
3. Hawthorn tea - the "regulator" of blood lipids
Hawthorn has the effect of eliminating food and accumulation, activating blood and removing blood stasis.
Hawthorn tea can promote digestion, reduce blood lipids, improve blood circulation, and have a certain help for patients with coronary heart disease to control their condition.
I said to Mr. Zhao:
"If your blood lipids are high, your blood vessels tend to clog. Hawthorn tea is like a 'regulator' that can help you regulate your blood lipids to a more appropriate level.
The organic acids and vitamin C in hawthorn also enhance the elasticity of blood vessels and prevent hardening of the arteries. ”
Mr. Zhao's eyes lit up: "Then I have to try." ”
I said.
4. Gynostemma tea - the "stabilizer" of blood pressure
Gynostemma has the effect of lowering cholesterol and regulating blood pressure.
For patients with coronary heart disease and hypertension, gynostemma tea is like a "stabilizer" of blood pressure, which helps to keep blood pressure stable and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events.
I told Mr. Zhao:
"Blood pressure is like a naughty child, if it is unstable, it can cause problems for your heart.
Gynostemma tea can make this 'child' a little better.
The saponin component in gynostemma reduces blood viscosity and improves microcirculation. ”
Mr. Zhao suddenly realized:
"I see, doctor, you are speaking vividly."
I added.
The occurrence of coronary heart disease is related to a variety of factors, such as hyperlipidemia, hypertension, hyperglycemia, oxidative stress, etc.
The active ingredients in these 4 kinds of tea can regulate and improve these risk factors from different aspects.
Antioxidants such as tea polyphenols and catechins can fight oxidative stress, reduce damage to the endothelium of blood vessels, and maintain the elasticity and patency of blood vessels.
The ingredients in chrysanthemum help to soothe the nerves, thereby indirectly regulating blood pressure and reducing the burden on the heart.
The components in hawthorn are able to reduce blood lipids, improve blood rheology, prevent the formation and enlargement of plaques.
The ingredients in gynostemma can regulate blood pressure and blood lipids, enhance the stability of the cardiovascular system, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Mr. Zhao listened carefully and nodded frequently:
"Doctor, I remember, be sure to pay attention."
In the follow-up visit, Mr. Zhao drank tea reasonably according to my advice, and his condition was well controlled.
I hope that through my explanation, Mr. Zhao will be able to choose the right tea for himself, and I hope that more patients with coronary heart disease can understand this knowledge, control their condition and improve their quality of life through reasonable diet and lifestyle management.
In short, patients with coronary heart disease are not completely insulated from tea, as long as you choose the right tea and drink it in the right way, tea can also become a "little assistant" for your health.
Let's take care of our hearts and enjoy a healthy life together.
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