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"Your liver is already overwhelmed, and if you continue like this, there will be big problems." The doctor said solemnly.
This summer, Mr. Wang felt the heat like never before. He is an ordinary company employee, with a lot of work pressure, often working overtime until late at night.
In order to reduce fatigue, he likes to take a shower every day after coming home from work. However, on this day, he suddenly felt dizzy while taking a shower and almost fell in the bathroom.
He hurriedly held on to the wall, and when the dizziness eased a little, he couldn't help but feel a little worried. So, he decided to go to the hospital for a detailed examination.
After arriving at the hospital, Mr. Wang was scheduled to have a series of physical examinations, including blood tests, liver function tests and ultrasounds.
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When the results came back, the doctor said something to him that frightened him: "Your liver is already overwhelmed, and if you continue like this, there will be a big problem." ”
The doctor explained: "Your liver function is abnormal, and fatty liver is very serious. Have you been paying attention to the problem of dietary oil lately? ”
Mr. Wang was stunned: "Oil? I've been using peanut oil and soybean oil, is there a problem with these oils? ”
The doctor nodded and said, "These two oils are common in many households, but long-term consumption of large amounts can cause serious health effects. ”
Mr. Wang looked puzzled and thought to himself: Haven't peanut oil and soybean oil always been considered healthy oils? The doctor seemed to see through his doubts and began to explain in detail.
"First of all, peanut oil is indeed a very popular cooking oil because of its unique aroma and especially delicious in stir-fries.
However, peanut oil is higher in saturated fatty acids, and long-term consumption can increase blood levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).
This cholesterol is called 'bad' cholesterol, and it builds up in the walls of blood vessels, causing atherosclerosis, which in turn increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. ”
The doctor continued: "In addition, aflatoxin, an ingredient in peanut oil, is also a concern.
This toxin is a strong carcinogen and long-term ingestion may lead to liver cancer.
Although the current peanut oil production process has greatly reduced the amount of this toxin, it does not completely eliminate the risk. ”
Mr. Wang was terrified when he heard this, he didn't expect that the oil he usually used had such a big hidden danger.
"What about soybean oil?" He couldn't wait to ask.
The doctor nodded: "The problem of soybean oil should not be ignored either. First of all, soybean oil produces a lot of trans fatty acids during processing, which is an extremely harmful component to health.
Studies have shown that trans fatty acids not only increase levels of 'bad' cholesterol, but also decrease levels of 'good' cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), causing a double whammy to cardiovascular health. ”
"In addition, soybean oil contains a lot of polyunsaturated fatty acids, especially omega-6 fatty acids.
Although omega-6 fatty acids are essential, consuming too much of them can lead to an imbalance in the ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids in the body, which in turn can lead to chronic inflammation and increase the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. ”
After listening to the doctor's explanation, Mr. Wang felt scared for a while. He couldn't help but ask, "Then what should I do?" Isn't it time to eat oil anymore? ”
The doctor smiled and said, "Fat is one of the essential nutrients for the human body, and it is unrealistic to not eat oil at all." The key lies in how you choose and use your oils and fats.
You can consider olive oil and coconut oil, both of which perform better in terms of health. ”
"Olive oil is known as 'liquid gold', which is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids and antioxidants, which are effective in lowering the levels of 'bad' cholesterol while raising the level of 'good' cholesterol, which has great benefits for cardiovascular health.
In addition, the polyphenolic compounds in olive oil have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer effects. ”
"As for coconut oil, it contains a lot of medium-chain fatty acids, which are able to be quickly metabolized by the body and converted into energy without being stored in the body like long-chain fatty acids.
Studies have shown that medium-chain fatty acids can help with weight loss and improve metabolic function, especially for people with diabetes and obesity. ”
To illustrate further, the doctor cites some data: "A large-scale study involving more than 100,000 people found that those who consumed more olive oil had a 24 percent lower rate of heart disease and a 17 percent lower risk of stroke."
In addition, the people who consumed the most olive oil had an overall mortality rate that was 23 percent lower than those who consumed the least. These data amply demonstrate the tremendous health benefits of olive oil. ”
"As for coconut oil, a study in obese patients showed that a daily intake of 30 ml of coconut oil for 4 weeks resulted in an average weight loss of 1.1 kg and a reduction in waist circumference of 2.86 cm," the doctor continued.
At the same time, coconut oil can also improve insulin sensitivity, which is of significant help to diabetics. ”
In order to make Mr. Wang understand more intuitively, the doctor told a real case: "I have a patient, surnamed Zhang, in his early 50s, who suffered fatty liver and hypercholesterolemia because of long-term consumption of large amounts of peanut oil and soybean oil.
Later, he followed my advice and switched to olive oil and coconut oil, and controlled his diet and increased his physical activity. After three months, the fatty liver improved significantly and the cholesterol level returned to normal.
His example illustrates the importance of choosing the right oil for your health. ”
After listening to this, Mr. Wang decided to adjust his oil consumption habits from today, switch to olive oil and coconut oil, and control the amount used.
He understands in his heart that health is priceless, and it must start from a small point to ensure a long-term happy life.
However, Mr. Wang's story doesn't end there. One question still bothers him: In addition to choosing healthy oils and fats, what other daily habits have an important impact on liver health?
The doctor replied, "In addition to eating habits, liver health is affected by many other factors. The first is alcohol intake.
Long-term heavy alcohol consumption can lead to alcoholic fatty liver disease, and even develop cirrhosis and liver cancer. Therefore, abstaining from alcohol or controlling the amount of alcohol consumed is very important to protect the liver. ”
"Secondly, substance abuse is also a common problem. Many drugs have certain toxicity to the liver, and long-term use will increase the burden on the liver.
Therefore, it is important to follow the doctor's instructions when using drugs and not to abuse them. ”
"It's also important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. This includes eating a balanced diet, exercising moderately, getting enough sleep, and avoiding overexertion. These can help maintain the normal function of the liver and prevent the occurrence of liver diseases. ”
After listening to the doctor's advice, Mr. Wang felt enlightened. He decided not only to make changes in his diet, but also to adjust his lifestyle habits and develop a healthy lifestyle.
Only in this way can you truly protect your liver and enjoy a healthy life.
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