As winter deepens, it means the peak period of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases has arrived. In this season, people's bodies need more protection and conditioning to resist the health challenges brought by the cold. What kind of impact does the Big Snow solar term have on cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health?
Risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases
In cold winter, the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases increases significantly. Low temperature can constrict blood vessels and increase blood pressure, thereby increasing the risk of myocardial infarction and stroke. In addition, people’s activity level decreases and their metabolism slows down in winter, which can easily lead to increases in blood lipids and blood sugar levels, further exacerbating the threat of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
Why is tea oil an ideal dietary health-care oil for patients with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases?
In the "Chinese Pharmacopoeia" (1995 edition), tea oil is listed as a medicinal oil. In addition to preventing and treating hypertension and cardiovascular system diseases, it also has the effect of clearing away heat and reducing dampness.
A large number of medical studies have shown that tea oil can reduce the levels of triglycerides, total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol in the human body, and at the same time increase the level of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol. These combined effects are most beneficial to the prevention of cardiovascular disease. .
The survey results show that the higher the oleic acid content digested and absorbed by the human body, the lower the incidence of coronary heart disease and hypertension. Residents in areas that consume camellia oil for a long time have very few cases of coronary heart disease and cancer. For patients with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases such as hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and coronary heart disease, tea oil’s hypolipidemia, antioxidant properties, and biofilm fluidity make it ideal for dietary health care.
Health benefits of camellia oil
1. Nutritional components of camellia oil
Camellia oil, also known as tea seed oil, is a vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the camellia tree. It is rich in unsaturated fatty acids, especially oleic acid, which accounts for more than 80% of the total fatty acids. In addition, camellia oil also contains vitamin E, squalene, tea polyphenols and other beneficial ingredients, which have important health benefits for human health.
2. The protective effect of camellia oil on cardiovascular and cerebrovascular
a. Lowering cholesterol The unsaturated fatty acids in camellia oil can help lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in the blood, while increasing the level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, thereby reducing the risk of atherosclerosis.
b. Anti-inflammatory effect The tea polyphenols and vitamin E in camellia oil have powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, which can reduce vascular inflammation, protect vascular endothelial cells, and prevent the formation of blood clots.
c. Improve blood circulation The squalene in camellia oil can improve the oxygen utilization rate of cells, improve blood circulation, and help relieve vasoconstriction caused by cold.
Camellia oil helps improve immunity
Preventing viral infection and improving the body's resistance to X-rays are also one of the functions of camellia oil. Eating camellia oil can increase the activity of human enzymes, improve metabolic rate, improve physical fitness, increase human vital functions, strengthen the two-way regulation of the human body, and maintain abundant energy.
Camellia oil also contains camellia glycosides, camellia saponins, tea polyphenols and other active substances that are not found in other oils. Among them, camellia glycosides have a cardiotonic effect, camellia saponins have a thrombolytic effect, and tea polyphenols can lower cholesterol and prevent tumors.
Lifestyle suggestions for preventing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases
1. Balanced diet In addition to using camellia oil, a balanced diet is also the key to preventing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. The intake of vegetables, fruits, whole grains and low-fat dairy products should be increased and the intake of high-fat, high-salt and high-sugar foods should be reduced.
2. Moderate exercise Moderate exercise can help improve cardiovascular health and enhance heart function. It is recommended to do at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercise every week, such as brisk walking, jogging, swimming, etc.
3. Control weight Obesity is an important risk factor for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Controlling your weight through proper diet and exercise can significantly reduce your risk of disease.
The arrival of the heavy snow festival reminds us not only to pay attention to seasonal changes, but also to pay attention to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health. Through a reasonable diet, moderate exercise and a healthy lifestyle, we can effectively prevent and control cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. As a natural health resource, camellia oil provides us with a natural protection through its effects in lowering cholesterol, anti-inflammation and improving blood circulation. Let us use healthy lifestyles and natural health care resources to protect our cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health in this cold winter.