Hyperlipidemia patients: What to eat and avoid

Author: Shi Yun
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Publish Date: 2006-04-29
Features: Hyperlipidemia refers to the elevation of lipoprotein cholesterol, triglycerides, and total cholesterol in human blood. According to surveys, the number of middle-aged and elderly Chinese people with elevated blood lipids is increasing. Currently, the prevalence rate of hyperlipidemia is between 30% and 50%, a concerning figure. When blood lipid levels are mildly elevated, patients may experience no discomfort. However, even mild hyperlipidemia can become a potential health "killer" because prolonged high blood lipid levels can easily lead to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Therefore, when blood lipid levels are found to be elevated during a physical examination, it must not be ignored and should be taken seriously. It is essential to adopt dietary therapy or medication therapy based on a doctor's advice, while also changing unhealthy lifestyles to effectively control elevated blood lipids and prevent complications. In this book, the editors focus on the prevention, treatment, and management of hyperlipidemia, introducing relevant knowledge to a broad readership in terms of "what is recommended" and "what should be avoided" from aspects such as medical consultation, medication use, psychology, exercise, and diet. The book is scientific, practical, and easy to understand, serving as a valuable health guide for middle-aged and elderly people. Hyperlipidemia refers to the elevation of lipoprotein cholesterol, triglycerides, and total cholesterol in human blood. According to surveys, the number of middle-aged and elderly Chinese people with elevated blood lipids is increasing. Currently, the prevalence rate of hyperlipidemia is between 30% and 50%, a concerning figure. When blood lipid levels are mildly elevated, patients may experience no discomfort. However, even mild hyperlipidemia can become a potential health "killer" because prolonged high blood lipid levels can easily lead to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Therefore, when blood lipid levels are found to be elevated during a physical examination, it must not be ignored and should be taken seriously. It is essential to adopt dietary therapy or medication therapy based on a doctor's advice, while also changing unhealthy lifestyles to effectively control elevated blood lipids and prevent complications. In this book, the editors focus on the prevention, treatment, and management of hyperlipidemia, introducing relevant knowledge to a broad readership in terms of "what is recommended" and "what should be avoided" from aspects such as medical consultation, medication use, psychology, exercise, and diet. The book is scientific, practical, and easy to understand, serving as a valuable health guide for middle-aged and elderly people.