During the Spring Festival, many people have the occurrence and aggravation of cardiovascular diseases due to changes in eating habits, irregular life and rest, mood swings and other factors, making the "heart protection" action after the holiday particularly important. To this end, Professor Kong Xiaoyi, an expert in cardiology, shared some protective suggestions to help you reorganize your good habits and take care of cardiovascular health.
Eating a sensible diet is key.
Professor Kong Xiaoyi said that during the Spring Festival, every household has a very rich diet, not only the three meals are often full of delicacies, but the intake of various melons and fruit snacks is also far beyond the usual level. Excessive intake of high-fat, high-salt, and high-sugar foods can easily lead to an increase in blood pressure and blood lipids, and increase the burden on the heart. After the holiday, we should pay more attention to nutritional balance, adjust our eating habits in time, eat more vegetables and fruits, consume high-quality protein in moderation, reduce the consumption of greasy food, control the amount of meals, and avoid overeating.
In addition, tobacco and alcohol are also important risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Heavy smoking may increase blood pressure and arteriosclerosis, and excessive alcohol consumption may cause a faster heartbeat and increase the burden on the heart. Therefore, quitting smoking and limiting alcohol after the holiday is also an effective way to prevent and treat cardiovascular diseases.
Maintain a regular routine.
During the Spring Festival holiday, many people will stay up late to keep watch and entertain all night, which can easily lead to biological clock disorders and affect the normal work of the heart. Professor Kong Xiaoyi pointed out that returning to work after the holiday requires a combination of work and rest, ensuring adequate sleep, developing good work and rest habits, and avoiding overwork, which can effectively relieve cardiovascular pressure. In addition, as the temperature is still at a low level, restorative exercise needs to be kept at an appropriate level to scientifically and reasonably reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. Professor Kong Xiaoyi suggested that everyone should insist on at least 30 minutes of aerobic exercise every day, such as walking, jogging, etc., to steadily enhance cardiopulmonary function to improve physical fitness.
Maintain a good mindset.
During the Spring Festival this year, many people are excited about visiting relatives and friends, family gatherings, fireworks and lantern displays, however, when people are emotional, hormone levels in the body will change, such as adrenaline and cholesterol and other indicators will rise, which will increase the burden on the heart and easily induce cardiovascular disease. At the same time, the resistance, anxiety, depression and other emotions of the post-holiday "syndrome" will also bring challenges to cardiovascular health. Professor Kong Xiaoyi suggested that everyone should learn to adjust their mentality, maintain a calm mood, and avoid excessive excitement. At the same time, you can try to use some methods to soothe your emotions, such as taking deep breaths, listening softly, etc., to release stress and maintain a happy mood.
In addition to the above suggestions, Professor Kong Xiaoyi also suggested that high-risk groups and related patients should resume regular physical examinations as soon as possible after the holiday, and pay attention to changes in cardiovascular health indicators, such as blood pressure, blood lipids, blood sugar, etc., so as to facilitate timely detection and intervention of cardiovascular diseases.
Professor Kong Xiaoyi called on everyone to care for cardiovascular health and regain a healthy life, but also not to forget to care for relatives and friends, embrace a better life together, better welcome the upcoming Lantern Festival, draw a successful end to the happy New Year, and embrace the beautiful Year of the Dragon.