Overindulgence in rich foods often leads to hypertension and hyperlipidemia. Some individuals who typically feel healthy may experience immune system disruption during the Spring Festival due to unrestrained living, irregular routines, dietary excesses, and overeating, causing bodily harm. Some may already feel unwell these days; others may show no obvious discomfort until discovering hidden illnesses during blood donation.
Hyperlipidemia damages the body in a hidden, gradual, progressive, and systemic manner. Vital organs throughout the body rely on arteries for blood and oxygen supply. Once arteries become blocked by atherosclerotic plaques, severe consequences can ensue.
Post-holiday "fat-cleansing" starts with diet and exercise
High blood lipids refer to elevated cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. Left unchecked, this easily leads to cardiovascular disease. But how do these two indicators rise?Of course, it's from what you eat!
Unless you have metabolic disorders or extremely high lipid levels, medication isn't necessary. The most fundamental and effective approach is dietary control combined with exercise to burn fat. Diet and exercise form the cornerstone of lipid-lowering strategies.
The first step in dietary control is reducing fat intake. You must cut back on animal fats like lard, fatty pork, butter, fatty lamb, and fatty beef, as well as high-fat nuts such as peanuts and sunflower seeds.
Next, limit cholesterol intake by minimizing or avoiding foods like organ meats, egg yolks, fish roe, and squid. Also moderately reduce carbohydrates—avoid excessive sugar and sweets, as sugar converts into triglycerides.
Finally, exercise is crucial. High blood lipids stem from consuming more than you burn, and exercise is the best way to increase expenditure.
However, exercise should be moderate intensity. Excessively strenuous activity primarily depletes muscle glycogen stores. Due to insufficient oxygen supply, it generates excessive lactic acid, leading to rapid muscle soreness and counterproductive results. Moderate-intensity exercise maximizes fat burning. Consistency is key—aim for at least 30 minutes daily.