"LeeGrandfatherYour stomach problems may have a lot to do with your eating habits. Dr. Chan looked at the medical records and said to LeeGrandfathersaid.
Today is the beginning of autumn, the weather is cool and the sun is shining, and it is a good time to climb the mountain. plumGrandfatherI made an early appointment with a few old friends to go hiking, planning to take advantage of the weather to do some activities.However, the plan couldn't catch up with the change, and Lao Zhao suddenly called to say that he was hospitalized for an acute illness, and everyone had to cancel the plan. plumGrandfatherdecided to visit Lao Zhao in the hospital first, after all, they are old friends, and health is the most important.
Lao Zhao is LiGrandfatherThe relationship between the two has always been very good. Arrived at the hospital, LeeGrandfatherOnly then did he know that Lao Zhao was admitted to the hospital because of stomach problems, which made him very worried. Lao Zhao usually looks very good, why did he suddenly get stomach problems? This thing makes LeeGrandfatherHe was worried about it, because he himself has been feeling sick to his stomach recently, and he thought it was caused by irregular eating.
In the ward, Lao Zhao was lying on the hospital bed, his face was pale and he looked very weak. Dr. Chan patiently greeted LeeGrandfatherexplained Lao Zhao's condition and asked LiGrandfatherDo you have similar symptoms?plumGrandfatherNodding, Dr. Chan suggested that he also have a full check-up, especially a stomach check-up.
When the results came out, Dr. Chan frowned and said, "Lee."GrandfatherYou also have some problems with your stomach, so you need to pay attention to your diet. ”
plumGrandfatherHe is a retired bank clerk who likes to drink tea and chat with old friends, and live a leisurely life. The results of this examination made him uneasy, and Dr. Tan decided to explain in detail the relationship between eating habits and health.
"There's been a lot of discussion lately about which is healthier, two meals a day or four meals a day, and today we're going to talk about it," says Dr Chan. ”
plumGrandfatherI was stunned, does the number of meals have so much to do with health?
Dr Chan explains that the frequency of eating and drinking does have a big impact on health. Two meals a day and four meals a day have their own advantages and disadvantages, but the key lies in the quality of the diet and personal lifestyle habits.
Dr Chan continued, "Two meals a day have certain advantages, such as reducing calorie intake and helping with weight control. ”
He cites data from a study that, according to a survey in the International Journal of Nutrition, people who eat only two meals a day have an average lower caloric intake than those who eat four meals a day. Eating less often can help control weight and prevent obesity by avoiding excessive food intake.
However, there are also significant drawbacks to two meals a day. Dr Chan points out that if the interval between meals is too long, it can lead to excessive hunger pangs and overeating at the next meal. In addition, skipping meals for a long time may also cause excessive fluctuations in blood sugar, which can burden the gastrointestinal tract and increase the risk of stomach problems.
plumGrandfatherListening attentively, I couldn't help asking, "What are the advantages and disadvantages of four meals a day?" ”
Dr. Chan elaborates, "The benefits of four meals a day are that they stabilize blood sugar, reduce hunger, and help maintain the body's normal metabolism. ”
He cites data from a study in which 5000 healthy adults were found to have more stable blood sugar levels, less hunger and higher metabolic rates in those who ate four meals a day. Eating multiple meals can avoid eating too much food at each meal, reducing the burden on the gastrointestinal tract and helping to prevent stomach problems.
However, Dr Chan also pointed out that the disadvantage of four meals a day is that it can easily lead to excessive total calorie intake, which may increase the risk of obesity if each meal is not controlled. In addition, frequent meals may not be conducive to the rest and repair of the teeth and digestive system.
In order to make LeeGrandfatherMore convincingly, Dr Chan cites some scientific research. "According to a study published in the International Journal of Metabolism and Nutrition, the relationship between the frequency of meals and health does exist," he said. ”
The study, which investigated the eating habits and health status of 10000 adults, showed that increasing the frequency of meals in moderation stabilized blood sugar levels, reduced hunger, and helped maintain a normal weight.In addition, studies have found that the quality of the diet is more important than the frequency of meals, and that healthy eating habits include balanced nutrition and moderate eating.
Dr Chan also mentioned another study, an article published in the Journal of Clinical Nutrition, which showed that the frequency of eating was closely related to stomach problems. The researchers followed 5000 patients with stomach problems for five years and found that those who ate three to four meals a day had significantly lower rates of stomach problems than those who ate only two meals a day.
plumGrandfatherAfter listening to these data, my confidence was greatly increased. He sighed: "It turns out that there are so many times to eat, it seems that I will pay more attention in the future." ”
To further corroborate, Dr Tan shared a real-life case. ZhaouncleHe is a retired factory worker who was unable to eat two meals a day due to his busy work when he was young, and as a result, he had stomach problems that kept coming and going.After retirement, he began to focus on eating a healthy diet, eating four meals a day, and his stomach problems improved significantly, and his body became healthier.
plumGrandfatherAfter listening to these stories, I have a bottom in my heart. He decided to pay more attention to his eating habits from today onwards and take some precautions as recommended by Dr. Chan.
"The key to preventing stomach problems and staying healthy is to maintain a balanced diet and eat at the right frequency," says Dr Tan. ”
plumGrandfatherOn the way home, I couldn't help but think: if I already have stomach problems, how should I arrange the frequency of eating? Do I need to combine it with other treatments?
This question raised LeeGrandfatherof thoughts. With doubts, he againconsultationDr. Chan. Dr. Chan patiently explains, "If you already have stomach problems, you should be more cautious in the arrangement of the frequency of your meals. It is recommended to eat small and frequent meals every day, and the amount of food should not be too much each time to avoid excessive burden on the stomach. ”
He further analyzed that a reasonable diet, moderate exercise and a good attitude are important methods of non-drug treatment. Through these methods, it is possible to reduce the symptoms of stomach problems and improve the quality of life. In addition, the development of modern medicine has also provided a variety of treatment methods, such as drug treatment, gastroscopy and surgical treatment, which can effectively control gastric diseases and prevent complications.
"Health is a long-term investment, and it's never too late to start. As long as you adhere to scientific and reasonable treatment and lifestyle, you can significantly improve the symptoms of gastric diseases and improve the quality of life. ”
plumGrandfatherAfter listening to it, it suddenly dawned on me. He understands that health does not only depend on diet and exercise, but also requires scientific and reasonable examination and treatment. In the future, he decided to pay more attention to health management, choose the examination and treatment method that suits him according to his own situation, and strive to get rid of stomach problems as soon as possible.
Finally, he expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Chan for his patient explanation, and with full confidence and hope, he started a new journey of health.
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