"Dr. Zhang, I heard that eating walnuts can replenish the brain, and the elderly are especially good at eating them, but can I eat them for high blood pressure? Wouldn't you eat it and have higher blood pressure, right? Lao Guo asked Dr. Zhang from the community with a puzzled expression, still holding a few fresh walnuts that he had just bought from the market.
Dr. Zhang smiled and patiently explained: "Lao Guo, walnuts are indeed a good thing, rich in unsaturated fatty acids, which are beneficial to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health. But for patients with high blood pressure, moderate moderation is the key, and eating one or two capsules a day not only has no effect on blood pressure, but is beneficial. The key is to control the total amount and not eat too much in one go, after all, it also contains fat. ”
After hearing this, Lao Guo's brows stretched a little, but then he became nervous again: "Then what should I pay attention to in my usual diet?" I don't dare to eat it, and I don't dare to touch it. ”
Dr. Zhang patted Lao Guo on the shoulder and said earnestly: "Don't be nervous, you should pay attention to high blood pressure diet, remember to stay away from '1 red and 2 white', blood pressure management will not be so difficult."
So, what is "1 red and 2 white"?
Manifestations of high blood pressure when it comes
Unbearable headache: One of the most common symptoms of high blood pressure is a headache, especially in the back of the head, which feels like a string is tight, and no matter how much you massage it, it will not be relieved. The headache is usually constant and may be accompanied by nausea or vomiting.
Tinnitus constantly: every now and then there is a buzzing sound in the ears, like a swarm of small bees flying inside, or it feels like water is flowing in the ears. This tinnitus can be caused by circulation problems caused by high blood pressure.
Insomnia and dreams: Lying in bed at night, tossing and turning, finally falling asleep, dreaming one after another, waking up in the morning and feeling more tired, like not sleeping all night. High blood pressure can cause nervous system excitement, which can affect sleep quality.
Palpitations and shortness of breath: When you move slightly, your heart beats faster, you feel flustered, and sometimes you feel difficult to breathe. This is because high blood pressure increases the burden on the heart, causing the heart to work harder to pump blood.
Limb numbness: Sudden numbness or tingling in the hands and feet, as if they had been pricked by needles. This may be due to high blood pressure, which is causing poor blood circulation, especially the tiny blood vessels in the limbs.
Can't people with high blood pressure eat walnuts?
Walnuts, this small but hard fruit, are often known as "longevity fruits" because of their rich nutritional value.
For people with high blood pressure, eating a little walnut in moderation is beneficial, it is rich in omega-3 fatty acids that help reduce the risk of heart disease, and it contains antioxidants that can also protect the cardiovascular system.
You can eat 1-2 walnuts a day, so that you can enjoy the health benefits it brings, but also do not burden your body by eating too much fat.
When eating walnuts, you can also pair them with some fiber-rich foods, such as oats or vegetables, to help balance nutrients and improve digestion.
If you don't want your blood pressure to rise, try to stay away from "1 red and 2 white"
"1 red" - braised pork
Braised pork has an attractive color and delicious taste, but its high fat and high salt content is an "invisible salt pot" for patients with high blood pressure.
High-fat foods can easily lead to elevated blood lipids and increase vascular resistance, and high salt is one of the direct culprits of high blood pressure.
What should I do if I really want to eat braised pork? You can choose low-fat and low-salt cooking methods such as steaming and stewing, eat more white meat such as fish and chicken, and reduce the intake of red meat.
One of the "2 whites" - sugar
White sugar, the sweet temptation, eating too much white sugar can not only lead to weight gain, but also may cause insulin resistance, which indirectly affects blood pressure control.
It is recommended that you can use natural sweeteners such as honey and maple syrup instead of white sugar, but eat a little less!
The second of "2 whites" - liquor
Liquor, a frequent guest at the table, is also a drink that people with high blood pressure should stay away from. Alcohol directly affects blood pressure, causing blood vessels to constrict, causing blood pressure to rise. Long-term drinking can also impair heart function.
Try to substitute non-alcoholic beverages such as tea and juice at mealtimes to maintain a healthy lifestyle and stay away from high blood pressure.
High blood pressure isn't really scary, it's all about how we live with it.
Remember Dr. Zhang's advice, eat walnuts in moderation, stay away from "1 red and 2 white", choose every bite of food with wisdom, and make a healthy lifestyle a habit. Just like Lao Guo, since adjusting his diet and regular exercise, his blood pressure has been controlled steadily, and his life has become more enjoyable.
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