Hyperlipidemia refers to the abnormal fat metabolism in the human body, resulting in the level of one or more lipids in the serum exceeding the normal range, and long-term hyperlipidemia can lead to atherosclerosis, increasing the morbidity and mortality of cardiovascular diseases. According to statistics, there are more than 100 million patients with hyperlipidemia in China. So, can't people with hyperlipidemia eat potatoes? In fact, patients with hyperlipidemia do not want to eat potatoes at all, but need to eat them in moderation.
People with hyperlipidemia should eat balanced, regulate fat, cook with less oil, eat a variety of foods, consume sufficient protein and dietary fiber, reduce salt and sugar, quit smoking and limit alcohol, adapt to individual conditions, differentiate diets, adapt to time conditions, seasonal conditioning, adapt measures to local conditions, reasonable collocation, and look at "wise" selection, scientific food and nutrition, and moderate consumption of food and drug quality.
In addition to potatoes, people with hyperlipidemia also need to pay attention to the intake of some other foods, including nuts, dried fruits, fried foods, starches and legumes. Here's the breakdown:
Nut foods contain a lot of fat and calories, and if consumed in excess, they can increase blood lipid levels, which is not good for patients with hyperlipidemia. For example, walnuts, almonds, cashews, etc. mentioned in the "*Dietary Guidelines for Hyperlipidemia (2023 Edition)" are all high-calorie vegetarian diets. It is recommended that patients with hyperlipidemia consume no more than 30 grams of nuts per day, try to choose plain nuts, and avoid fried or sweetened nuts.
After drying and processing, the moisture content of dried fruit foods decreases, and the fat and calories increase relatively. For example, raisins and dates mentioned in the "Dietary Guidelines for Hyperlipidemia (2023 Edition)" are high-calorie vegetarian diets. It is recommended that patients with hyperlipidemia consume no more than 20 grams of dried fruits per day and avoid eating sweetened or fried dried fruits.
Fried foods are cooked at high temperatures, which produce a lot of fat and heat. For example, the French fries and fried chicken thighs mentioned in the "*Dietary Guidelines for Hyperlipidemia (2023 Edition)" are high-calorie vegetarian foods. People with hyperlipidemia are advised to avoid fried foods as much as possible, and if they do, they can choose to cook with healthy fats such as olive oil.
Starchy foods are an integral part of our daily diet, but if consumed in excess, they can increase body weight and blood lipid levels. For example, the rice, noodles, steamed buns, etc. mentioned in the "*Dietary Guidelines for Hyperlipidemia (2023 Edition)" are all high-calorie vegetarian foods. It is recommended that patients with hyperlipidemia eat starchy foods in moderation, try to choose foods rich in dietary fiber such as multigrain rice and whole wheat bread, and pair them with vegetables and fruits to increase satiety.
In conclusion, patients with hyperlipidemia need to pay attention to a balanced and appropriate diet. In addition to potatoes, it is recommended that they minimize their intake of high-calorie vegetarian foods such as nuts, dried fruits, fried fruits, and starches, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, such as tomatoes, fresh mushrooms, and various green leafy vegetables, while paying attention to weight control and increasing exercise. Only through a scientific diet and lifestyle can we effectively control blood lipid levels and reduce the morbidity and mortality of cardiovascular diseases.