The problem of high cholesterol has become common today. This problem is being seen among the youth. But do not make the mistake of taking it lightly because cholesterol is the biggest enemy of the heart. Although it is necessary for many functions of our body, when its quantity increases or in other words, the amount of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the body increases, then it starts accumulating in the blood arteries, due to which the blood flow gets affected. This happens and this causes heart stroke and attack.
At the same time, cases of heart attack increase in winter because the amount of bad cholesterol in the blood increases. Our lifestyle changes completely in winter. During this time we make such mistakes due to which cholesterol starts increasing. Let us know what those mistakes are. Health expert Dr VD Tripathi is giving information about this.
Why does cholesterol start increasing in winter?
The biggest reason for increasing cholesterol is mistakes in eating habits. Winter is the season when people like unhealthy fats, sweet dishes, mutton and fried food. These foods start getting deposited in the arteries in the form of cholesterol.
At the same time, physical activity also reduces compared to summer. Often people like to sit in one place. Due to this, bad cholesterol starts accumulating in the veins. Due to this the blood flow is disrupted. On the other hand, due to cold the arteries get narrowed. Due to this also the blood flow gets disrupted. All these factors are responsible for increasing blood pressure. If the problem worsens, the risk of heart attack increases. People who already have heart disease or complain of cholesterol should focus on exercise along with diet in winter.
Know the reasons for increasing cholesterol
- Chest pain and discomfort
- Increase in blood pressure
- Anxiety
- Increased heart rate
- Change in skin colour
- Changes in the skin around the eyes
- Swelling in legs
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