Healthy Wintering Program
Winter is a time when people with high blood pressure need extra attention and care, as the influence of cold air can cause blood pressure fluctuations and increase the risk of cardiovascular events. The following are the issues that people with high blood pressure should pay attention to in winter and the corresponding recommendations.
Maintain a comfortable indoor temperature: Cooler temperatures in winter can cause vasoconstriction and increase blood pressure. Therefore, people with high blood pressure should pay special attention to keeping the indoor temperature appropriate, not too warm or too cold. Room temperature is recommended to be between 18-22 degrees Celsius.
Pay attention to dress warmly: Patients with high blood pressure should choose appropriate clothing to keep warm in winter, especially to protect the head, neck, hands and feet and other parts that are easily affected by cold. Wearing hats, scarves, gloves, etc. is a good option to keep warm.
Exercise in moderation: Winter exercise is equally important for people with high blood pressure. Proper exercise can enhance cardiopulmonary fitness, promote blood circulation, and lower blood pressure. Choose low-intensity, moderate forms of exercise, such as walking, tai chi, yoga, etc., and avoid strenuous exercise in cold environments.
Eat a balanced diet: Winter tends to increase appetite, but foods high in salt and fat can increase the burden of high blood pressure. Patients with high blood pressure should pay attention to a balanced diet, eat more vegetables, fruits and whole grains, and reduce the intake of salt and oil. You can also choose foods that are good for your cardiovascular system, such as fish that are rich in healthy fats, legumes and grains that are rich in dietary fiber, etc.
Weight control: Winter is the season when it is easy to gain weight, and patients with high blood pressure should pay attention to weight control and avoid excessive obesity. Increase your intake of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, and reduce your intake of high-calorie, high-fat foods. In addition, moderate exercise is also an important means of weight control.
Healthy psychological state: The weather is cold and the sunshine hours are short in winter, which can easily make people depressed and depressed. Patients with high blood pressure should pay attention to maintaining a good psychological state and actively cope with stress and tension. Good mental health can be maintained by resting, getting enough sleep, participating in hobbies, and communicating with family and friends.
Monitor blood pressure regularly: Blood pressure fluctuations may be more pronounced in winter for people with high blood pressure than in other seasons. Therefore, it is important to monitor your blood pressure regularly, especially during the cold morning and evening hours. If your blood pressure is abnormal, you should seek medical attention and follow your doctor's advice to make ** and adjust your medications.
Avoid outdoor activities in haze weather: Winter is often accompanied by haze or air pollution, and for people with high blood pressure, poor air quality may lead to increased blood pressure and an increased risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events. Therefore, in weather with heavy smog or air pollution, it is best for people with high blood pressure to reduce outdoor activities.
All in all, patients with high blood pressure should pay attention to maintaining a proper indoor temperature, dressing warmly, exercising moderately, eating a balanced diet, controlling weight, maintaining a healthy mental state, monitoring blood pressure regularly, and paying attention to avoiding excessive outdoor activities in hazy weather. At the same time, it is also necessary to continue to follow the doctor's recommendations** and management, and have regular follow-up examinations to keep blood pressure stable. Only through scientific life adjustment and reasonable program can hypertensive patients better control their blood pressure and protect their cardiovascular health.