"Da Lang, it's time to drink the soup": Beware of the high blood lipid "trap" behind the heart-warming broth!

Recently, a 31-year-old man named Xiao Ma (pseudonym) in Hangzhou weighing only 54.3 kg was diagnosed with hypertriglyceridemia. Not long ago, he suddenly developed acute pancreatitis due to abdominal pain. The doctor believed that it was caused by high blood lipids and eating too much that day.

It turns out that Xiao Ma was born thin and had to sit all day when working. His wife felt sorry for him, so a bowl of broth became his standard dinner. From pig feet to spare ribs, from hens to old ducks, all kinds of high-nutrition ingredients were different every day, and Xiao Ma drank up all the soup. This news attracted widespread attention, and many people were surprised to find that even if they were underweight, bad living and eating habits could lead to hyperlipidemia. This article will explore the causes of hyperlipidemia, especially the effects of broth on blood lipids, and how to prevent hyperlipidemia through scientific diet and lifestyle.

Causes of Hyperlipidemia

High blood lipids, medically known as hyperlipidemia, refer to high levels of triglycerides or cholesterol in the blood. It is an important risk factor for cardiovascular disease and can lead to serious diseases such as arteriosclerosis, coronary heart disease, and myocardial infarction. The causes of high blood lipids are complex, including genetic factors, poor eating habits, lack of exercise, obesity, diabetes, hypothyroidism, etc.

1. Genetic factors play an important role in the onset of hyperlipidemia. If there is a history of hyperlipidemia in the family, the risk of developing hyperlipidemia will increase.

2. High-fat, high-sugar, high-calorie diet is the main cause of hyperlipidemia. Excessive intake of saturated fat and trans fat, such as animal fat, fried food, processed food, etc., will lead to increased triglyceride and cholesterol levels.

3. Lack of exercise will cause fat accumulation in the body, affect fat metabolism, and increase the risk of hyperlipidemia.

4. Diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and hypothyroidism can also lead to high blood lipids.

The high blood lipid "trap" behind the warmth of broth

Broth is a favorite delicacy for many people, especially in the cold winter, a bowl of hot broth can bring warmth and satisfaction. However, broth is high in fat, especially broth that has been stewed for a long time, the fat content is higher. These fats are mainly saturated fats, and excessive intake can lead to increased triglyceride and cholesterol levels, increasing the risk of hyperlipidemia.

The fat in broth mainly comes from meat, especially high-fat ingredients such as pig's feet, ribs, hens, old ducks, etc. During the stewing process, the fat of these ingredients will dissolve in the soup, making the broth very high in fat.

These fats are converted into triglycerides in the liver and then transported to various parts of the body through the blood. Excessive intake of fat, especially saturated fat and trans fat, will lead to elevated triglyceride and cholesterol levels. When triglyceride and cholesterol levels are too high, fatty plaques will form and deposit on the blood vessel walls, leading to arteriosclerosis and increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease.

How to prevent hyperlipidemia?

1. Healthy diet: Reduce the intake of high-fat, high-sugar, and high-calorie foods, such as animal fat, fried foods, processed foods, etc.; increase the intake of fiber-rich foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and beans to help lower cholesterol; choose low-fat or skim dairy products to reduce the intake of saturated fat; choose low-fat meat such as lean meat, fish, and chicken breast to reduce the intake of red meat; a moderate intake of foods rich in unsaturated fats such as nuts and seeds can help improve blood lipid levels.

2. Active exercise: Do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, such as brisk walking, swimming, cycling, etc.; perform strength training, such as weightlifting, push-ups, sit-ups, etc., which will help increase your metabolic rate and reduce fat accumulation in the body; reduce sedentary time, stand up and move around every once in a while, such as taking a walk, doing stretching exercises, etc.

3. Maintain a healthy weight: Maintain a healthy weight through a proper diet and exercise; avoid excessive dieting to avoid nutritional imbalance.

4. Quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption: Quitting smoking can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and improve blood lipid levels; limit alcohol intake, as excessive drinking can lead to increased triglyceride levels.

5. Regular physical examinations: Conduct regular blood lipid tests to detect and treat hyperlipidemia in a timely manner.

Hyperlipidemia is a common metabolic disease with complex causes, including genetic factors, bad eating habits, lack of exercise, etc. The high fat content in broth is an important factor leading to hyperlipidemia, but hyperlipidemia can be effectively prevented through scientific diet and healthy lifestyle. Let us start from now on, pay attention to our diet and lifestyle habits, and be responsible for our own health!