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What are the dietary precautions for cerebral infarction
Cerebral infarction often occurs in obese patients, so many overweight individuals need to be cautious and appropriately control their weight. Cerebral infarction is generally not fatal, but it can easily cause various complications, posing a risk to life. So, what should be paid attention to in the diet for cerebral infarction?
Diet for cerebral infarction
1. Patients with obesity should limit their intake of staple foods, reduce weight to a normal or nearly standard weight. Generally, control the staple food intake to about 300 grams per day. If the patient is not satisfied, use vegetables and legume products to supplement, and try to develop the habit of eating to about 80% of fullness.
2. Eat less or no animal fats and internal organs, such as fatty meat, large intestines, and stomach, as these foods contain high cholesterol and saturated fatty acids, which can easily worsen atherosclerosis.
3. The diet should be light, avoiding excessive salt, and it is best not to eat salted vegetables. Eating too much salt can easily lead to hypertension.
4. Consume more fiber-rich foods such as celery and coarse grains to increase gastrointestinal motility and avoid constipation. Patients with constipation should drink more water, which can promote defecation and, due to increased urination, is beneficial for preventing urinary tract infections. Some patients are afraid to drink water due to difficulty in movement and fear of urination, which is very detrimental.
5. Consume high-quality proteins such as milk, chicken, and duck (preferably wild free-range chickens), fish, eggs (egg yolks should be eaten sparingly), and legume products. Eat less pork, beef, and mutton, and choose lean meat.
6. Consume more vitamin-rich foods, such as fresh fruits rich in vitamin C (e.g., oranges, lemons), tomatoes, hawthorns; legumes, dairy products, and eggs rich in vitamin B6; green leafy vegetables and beans rich in vitamin E.
7. To prevent constipation, eat more fiber-rich foods such as green vegetables, celery, chives, and fruits.
8. To maintain adequate water in the body and dilute the blood, have a light dinner. Drink 1 to 2 cups of warm water before going to bed and upon waking up in the morning.
