As is well known, traditional Chinese medicine emphasizes a "light diet" for coronary heart disease. So what exactly is a light diet? So what are the dietary preferences for patients with coronary heart disease? What foods can be eaten in moderation? What foods can be eaten. Below, this article will explain the scientific diet for preventing and treating coronary heart disease. What is a light diet in traditional Chinese medicine? I hope it can be beneficial for patients with coronary heart disease in terms of diet.
The patient needs to drink a little wine
In the specific prescriptions of Chinese medicine, wine has the function of a drug primer, and Zhang Zhongjing has a prescription of Gualou Xiebai Baijiu soup. Baijiu has the function of promoting qi and blood circulation, but it should not exceed 2 liang a day. Here it is used as a medicine, so everyone should not drink too much.
Saffron can be used for conditioning
Saffron, also known as saffron, has the effects of promoting blood circulation and nourishing blood; Red flower, also known as grass red flower or saffron, only has the function of promoting blood circulation, but it is relatively cheap and has a lighter color. Patients with coronary heart disease should use 3-5 saffron roots to soak in water. However, if family conditions are limited, they can also choose 5-10g saffron and 10g astragalus root as substitutes, which have the effects of nourishing qi, blood, and blood circulation. Brewing for more than 15 minutes is sufficient because coronary heart disease is an organic lesion and traditional Chinese medicine is slow to regulate. The heart is a very critical organ in the human body, and it is necessary to properly nourish it with traditional Chinese medicine on the basis of regular consumption.
Eat more vegetables, such as carrots, sweet potatoes, and light colored tomatoes. These yellow vegetables are rich in carotenoids, which can help alleviate arteriosclerosis. Especially don't underestimate carrots, they can be made into various varieties such as oil braised carrot strips, steamed carrots (with an appropriate amount of vinegar, rock sugar or honey), oil fried carrot shreds, carrot water as a tea drink, carrot juice as a fruit juice drink, etc. They have the effects of lowering blood pressure, strengthening the heart, and lowering blood sugar. We also need to eat more soy and other leguminous products. Eat more apples and watermelons. The fiber in apples can reduce the content of low-density lipoprotein. Eating one per day can promote the excretion of bile acids; Watermelon contains a large amount of amino acids, glucose, etc. Eating it once every 3 days, with no more than 80 grams per serving, can help control blood pressure. At the same time, black fungus is also the preferred dish for patients with coronary heart disease, with 5-10 grams per day, because black fungus contains a large amount of vitamins, which have a good effect on reducing blood viscosity and cholesterol. You should also eat more shiitake mushrooms, no more than 50 grams per day, which have the effect of lowering cholesterol. It is best to stew them with meat such as chicken and pork. Green leafy vegetables are also edible and beneficial for patients. Vegetables such as spinach, chives, celery, etc. are rich in vitamins and fiber, which can reduce the body's absorption of cholesterol. Especially celery, it has the effect of lowering blood pressure and calming the nerves in patients with coronary heart disease and hypertension. But when eating these vegetables, they must be light and not too salty or greasy. Add a small spoonful of salt when stir frying, with a daily salt intake controlled at 3-5 grams.
Meat also needs to be consumed
red meat such as lean pork and beef can be supplemented appropriately. Lamb and dog meat, which are hot foods, produce particularly high calories and can keep warm. It can reduce the stimulation of cold air on the patient's body.
Supplementing protein
such as oatmeal, oat flour. Can effectively reduce blood triglycerides and cholesterol. Also, drink more milk because it contains a large amount of protein, calcium, iron and other substances that the human body needs, which can inhibit cholesterol levels and help prevent further development of coronary heart disease. Especially for people over 50 years old, varying degrees of osteoporosis and bone hyperplasia may occur. Milk not only has high calcium content and good absorption, but also has a protective effect on the heart muscle. Coronary heart disease patients should choose skim milk and yogurt, and drink a cup in the morning, which has a good promoting effect.
Conclusion
In traditional Chinese medicine, "light diet" refers to a dietary plan that requires balanced nutrition and sufficient absorption of nutrients. Patients need to control their intake of oil, salt, and sugar, but it is not just about giving up vegetables and avoiding meat. We need to maintain a balanced intake of various nutrients in daily life, as the lack of any type of substance can lead to an imbalance in body nutrition.