A complete guide to preventing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases in winter

Gu Changcong Qinhuangdao First Hospital

Winter is the peak season for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. People should keep warm, do moderate physical activity, maintain a balanced diet, control alcohol intake, avoid smoking, and have regular physical examinations. An active lifestyle is the key to preventing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.

Winter is the season with the highest incidence of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. The incidence rate is increasing year by year, and it is showing a trend of younger people. The high prevalence, high disability rate and high mortality rate of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases make prevention work extremely important. The following are some key factors that affect cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases and corresponding preventive measures:

1. Temperature and keeping warm: In winter, the temperature drops and the body's metabolism slows down, which can easily lead to vasoconstriction and obstructed blood circulation. Maintaining good warming measures is key, especially for people with a history of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. When there is a large temperature difference between indoors and outdoors, pay special attention to the transition.

2. Physical activity: People's physical activity decreases in winter, and lack of exercise is an important cause of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Moderate physical activity can maintain normal vascular tension, promote blood flow, and reduce the incidence of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.

3. Eating habits: Dietary structure and eating habits are crucial to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health. Pay attention to maintaining a balanced diet, avoid overeating, and reduce salt intake. Excessive high-salt diet can easily lead to high blood pressure and arteriosclerosis.

4. Alcohol intake: A moderate amount of alcohol intake can help promote blood circulation, but long-term and heavy drinking can lead to abnormal fat metabolism and increase the risk of vascular sclerosis. For patients with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, alcohol intake needs to be carefully controlled.

5. Smoking and air pollution: Smoking is one of the risk factors for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Indoors are relatively closed in winter, so smokers should pay attention to avoid exposure to secondhand and thirdhand smoke. Air pollution is also closely related to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health, so try to avoid activities in heavily polluted environments.

6. Regular physical examinations: Timely detection and treatment of diseases such as hypertension and arteriosclerosis can significantly reduce the disability and mortality rates of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Regular physical examinations are essential for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health.

Combined with these preventive measures, we can better protect cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health, especially in the cold winter. Remember, prevention is better than cure, paying attention to your own health and adopting an active lifestyle are the keys to preventing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.