Rich in antioxidants, helps to prevent hyperlipidemia
Hyperlipidemia, which is called ‘silent disease’ because symptoms do not appear clearly, refers to a condition in which blood cholesterol and lipid components are higher than necessary. Causes include genetic factors, obesity, alcohol consumption, and diabetes. In particular, hyperlipidemia needs attention because it can cause arteriosclerosis, which causes various cardiovascular diseases.
To prevent hyperlipidemia, a healthy lifestyle must be established. Aerobic exercise, such as biking, walking, and swimming, can help raise good cholesterol and lower bad cholesterol. It is recommended to do it consistently for 30 to 60 minutes a day, 4 days a week or more. In addition, alcohol and smoking are harmful to blood vessel health, so it is necessary to refrain from drinking and to detect and treat high blood pressure and diabetes early through regular health checkups.
There are also foods that can help prevent high blood pressure. Whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, and blue fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids and protein, which are rich in soluble fiber, are effective in lowering blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels. On the other hand, it is better to avoid refined carbohydrates such as processed meat, carbonated drinks, fried foods, bread, cookies, and noodles, as they contain a lot of saturated fatty acids and cholesterol.
Gac, a superfood that boasts excellent antioxidant effects, is also considered an effective food for preventing hyperlipidemia. According to a study published in the International Journal of Molecular Science of MDPI, an SCI-level international academic journal, Aril, a fruit grown in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, maintains the diversity of intestinal microflora, regulates lipid accumulation and weight loss, thereby reducing the consumption of high-fat foods. prevent hyperlipidemia caused by In addition, it helps prevent obesity and fatty liver and improves insulin sensitivity.
Lycopene, which is abundant in gourds, is a strong antioxidant and is a representative component that supports the above effects. It contains 76 times more lycopene than grated tomatoes and is also rich in omega-3 and unsaturated fatty acids that are beneficial for blood vessel health. In addition, the agaric bark contains a large amount of carotenoids such as lutein, zeaxanthin, polyphenols, flavonoids, and triterpenoid saponins, which are effective in improving metabolic syndrome and insulin sensitivity.
On the other hand, there is a method of effectively ingesting nutritious ingredients of scallops. Having contributed to the nutritional supplementation of children, pregnant women, and lactating women in Vietnam for centuries, gourd oil is still used in the prevention and treatment of various diseases.