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During the summer, choose foods that are easy to digest, low in calories, and fresh.
Avoid excessive amounts of salt, sugar, fat, and alcohol, because all of these put a strain on the heart, increase blood pressure, and can increase the risk of cardiovascular incidents, especially in chronic patients and the elderly.
During the summer months, high temperatures can put a strain on the heart and blood vessels, especially in people who already suffer from high blood pressure or cardiovascular problems. This is why it is important to pay attention to your diet.
Some products can contribute to fluid retention in the body, increased blood pressure, and even increased risk of stroke.
Here are the foods you should avoid or consume in very small quantities during the summer:
Very salty foods
Salt (sodium) retains fluid in the body and raises blood pressure. This can be especially dangerous during the summer, as the body already loses electrolytes through sweat, and the extra strain on the heart can cause problems.
Avoid:
Dried meat products (sausage, ham)
Salted cheeses (feta, kaçkavall, trappist)
Industrial soups and instant ready meals
Potato chips and similar snack foods
Fatty and fried foods
Fatty and fried foods
Foods rich in saturated fat increase levels of bad cholesterol (LDL) and contribute to the blockage of blood vessels, which in combination with heat can cause serious heart problems.
Avoid:
French fries, fried chicken, fried pancakes
Fast food (hamburgers, pies, fatty cheese pizza)
Foods prepared in deep oil
Refined sugars and sweets
Refined sugars and sweets
During the summer, the body needs light and refreshing foods, while sweets burden the pancreas and can cause sudden fluctuations in sugar and blood pressure.
Avoid:
Cream pastries, cakes, filled pancakes
Carbonated and energy drinks
Ice cream with lots of sugar and artificial additives
Red meat in large quantities
Red meat in large quantities
Red meat is slow to digest and is high in saturated fat. In the summer, when the body has difficulty regulating temperature, this food can make the body even more tired.
Limit your consumption of:
Pork, lamb, beef (especially fatty or fried parts)
alcohol
Many people choose alcohol as a refreshment during summer evenings, but it actually dehydrates the body, dilates blood vessels, and can cause changes in blood pressure.
Be careful with: beer, wine, cocktails – especially in the sun
Instead, choose:
Seasonal fruits (watermelon, melon, peaches)
Vegetables (cucumber, tomato, pepper)
Whole and cooked grains
Dried fruits (in moderation)
Enough water and natural juices without added sugar.
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