As soon as the sky was bright, Lao Zhang's alarm clock rang on time, he stretched out his hand, turned over and sat up, and his movements were as skillful as a set program.
He has always prided himself on getting up early to exercise, and he feels that it is a guarantee of health.
The cold wind outside the window blew into the house through the cracks, Lao Zhang wiped his face with his hands, shook his arms, and picked up his running shoes and went out without taking a sip of water.
Lao Zhang lives in the suburbs, and there is a country road in front of the door, and the dew still hangs on the leaves on the side of the road, and the air is damp and cold, but he thinks that such mornings are the most refreshing.
He stood at the intersection, raised his feet and walked lightly, thinking that he would run a little farther today.
After running a few steps, he suddenly picked up speed, his footsteps became rapid, and he even brought small pebbles to roll on the road.
He often heard people say that he had to sweat profusely to have an effect in the morning, thinking that his waistline had recently become a little bigger, and he felt that it would be cost-effective to run a few more laps.
But it didn't take long for Lao Zhang's pace to slow down, his breathing became heavy, and the sweat on his forehead fell down like beads with broken threads.
He stopped, put his hands on his knees and gasped for a few breaths, and just as he wanted to straighten up and continue running, his vision suddenly became blurry, and then his feet went limp, and he fell heavily to the ground.
His hat was blown away by the wind, and his body was curled up and motionless.
Fortunately, the neighbor Lao Li got up early in the morning to feed the chickens, and when he saw the figure falling in the distance, he immediately shouted for help and sent Lao Zhang to the hospital.
After the doctor's examination, he shook his head: "High blood pressure, the most can't be tossed in the morning!" You didn't drink water, your blood was already viscous when you first got up, and suddenly running would only make the pressure on your blood vessels soar, what a joke about your life! ”
Lao Zhang leaned on the hospital bed, with an ice pack on his forehead, and responded to the doctor's words with a weak face. His family gathered around, both scared and complaining: "I told you a long time ago not to work too hard, listen to the doctor!"
Early morning is a "dangerous period" for people with high blood pressure that cannot be ignored.
Because when a person just wakes up, the body switches from a resting state to an active state, and the blood pressure will naturally rise, which is a physiological phenomenon, but it may bring potential risks to patients with high blood pressure.
After sleeping all night, the water in the blood decreases, the blood becomes relatively viscous, and the fluidity decreases.
At this time, the workload of the heart increases, and the pressure in the blood vessels also increases, especially for people whose blood pressure itself is high, and the blood pressure fluctuations in the early morning can easily trigger serious problems such as stroke or myocardial infarction.
The moment you wake up in the morning, it is as if the cardiovascular system is fighting an uphill battle, especially without any preparation, which is even more dangerous.
Another important factor in the early morning is the "over-excitation" of the sympathetic nervous system.
Early morning is the time when the sympathetic nervous system gradually dominates, and the heart rate and blood pressure will rise.
If you suddenly wake up or do strenuous activity at this time, the burden on your body will be further increased, which may cause blood pressure to soar and even cause blood vessels to rupture.
In particular, some bad habits, such as waking up too violently, exercising on an empty stomach or being emotional, are all "worse" for the already fragile cardiovascular and cerebrovascular system.
血壓本身有一種“晨峰現象”，也就是在清晨6點到10點之間，血壓會自然升高。
This phenomenon is not a problem for the average person, but it can be a critical moment for people with high blood pressure to induce risk.
After waking up in the morning, some simple actions, such as getting up, straining to defecate, coughing, or even sneezing, may increase the burden on blood vessels on top of high blood pressure, making the already fragile blood vessels unable to withstand the pressure.
Weather is also a key issue, especially in the cold winter months, when low temperatures can cause blood vessels to constrict, further exacerbating blood pressure fluctuations.
At this time, if the room temperature is too low when you wake up or you are directly exposed to cold air, the blood vessels will shrink rapidly, and the blood pressure will rise suddenly, doubling the danger for patients with high blood pressure.
The effect of antihypertensive drugs taken at night can also affect the stability of blood pressure in the early morning, and some people take antihypertensive drugs at night, and the effect of the drugs has weakened by the early morning, and the blood pressure lacks sufficient control.
This is when the fluctuations are even more pronounced. Without regular monitoring of blood pressure or medication under the guidance of a doctor, people with high blood pressure may not be aware of these fluctuations.
These characteristics of the early morning tell us that the body of a person with high blood pressure is most vulnerable during this time period, and if you are not careful, problems may follow.
Protecting yourself is not only as simple as controlling blood pressure, but also paying attention to every little detail after getting up, so that the body can slowly adapt to the new rhythm and avoid sudden stimulation, so as to stay away from the hidden dangers brought by the "dangerous period".
The early morning of a person with high blood pressure is the most important time of day to be careful, and the slightest carelessness can cause problems.
There are three things that must not be done during this time period, not only to control blood pressure, but also to protect the safety of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
1. Get up too violently
Many people are in a hurry to get out of bed after waking up, but for patients with high blood pressure, the blood pressure fluctuations are already relatively large when they first wake up, and this sudden action of getting up will make the body instantly bear higher pressure, which may cause dizziness, palpitations and even more serious cardiovascular and cerebrovascular problems.
Wake up slowly in the morning to give your body a "buffer" time to allow your blood pressure and circulatory system to gradually adjust to being awake.
When you get up, you can move your limbs in bed, sit on the edge of the bed for a while, and then slowly stand up. What seems like a simple action is actually a way to protect yourself.
2. Exercise on an empty stomach
Many people like to exercise in the morning and feel that sweating is particularly healthy, but people with high blood pressure need to pay more attention to how and when to exercise.
In the morning on an empty stomach, the body's energy reserves are insufficient, blood sugar levels are low, and the blood viscosity is high at night, and sudden exercise puts a huge strain on the heart and blood vessels.
If the intensity of exercise is too high, it may also induce cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events, especially for patients with high blood pressure, high-intensity exercise should be avoided in the morning, it is recommended to eat breakfast, replenish enough water before doing moderate exercise, and exercise should be gentle, such as walking or easy stretching activities, to avoid overwork.
3. Drink stimulant drinks
Many people are accustomed to drinking strong tea or coffee in the early morning to refresh themselves, but the caffeine in these drinks stimulates the nervous system, causing the heart to beat faster and blood pressure higher.
For people with high blood pressure, this stimulant drink can make already fluctuating blood pressure more unstable, and may also induce headaches, heart palpitations and other discomforts.
If you need a morning drink, you can choose warm water, which can not only help thin the blood, but also awaken the body's metabolic function.
Developing this habit is not only helpful for blood pressure, but also more friendly to the state of the whole body.
People with high blood pressure need to pay special attention to these details in the early morning, because this time period is a critical time for the body to switch from rest to activity, and the slightest carelessness can lead to danger.
Early morning is a critical time for people with high blood pressure, and with the right approach, it can not only smoothly get through the "danger period", but also lay the foundation for a healthy day.
Here are a few ways to help people with high blood pressure get through the morning more scientifically.
1. Get up slowly
After waking up, you can open your eyes, take a few deep breaths, move your hands and feet, sit up slowly, and get out of bed after your body is adjusted.
This process allows blood pressure to have a time to adjust and avoid fluctuations in blood pressure caused by sudden changes in posture.
2. Drink a glass of warm water in the morning
After a night's sleep, the body has lost a lot of water and the blood becomes thicker, and the right amount of warm water can dilute the blood and help the circulatory system return to its normal state.
This is not only good for patients with high blood pressure, but also important for the overall protection of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
The water temperature should be moderate, too cold or too hot will irritate the blood vessels, which is not conducive to the stability of blood pressure.
3. Breakfast must not be ignored
After a full night of exertion, the body's energy reserves are already low in the morning, and if breakfast is not eaten, the blood sugar level will drop further, which may lead to dizziness and fatigue, and will also adversely affect the control of blood pressure.
High-quality proteins, whole grains, and moderate amounts of vegetables are the comparisonsidealcan provide the body with plenty of energy to help start the day.
4. Do not engage in high-intensity exercise
Gentle activities such as walking, simple stretching, tai chi, etc., can help wake up the body without putting an additional burden on the cardiovascular and cerebrovascular systems.
Remember to drink the right amount of water before exercising, so that the body has a better adaptation process.
5. Keep your mood stable
When you wake up in the morning, it's not advisable to think about complex issues or deal with stressful things right away, because mood swings can also affect blood pressure.
If you have important work or decisions to attend, you can wait until your physical condition is fully adjusted in the morning.
Doing something relaxing early in the morning, such as listening to soothing music or doing deep breathing exercises, can help stabilize your mood.
6. Pay attention to the time and method of medication
Many people with high blood pressure need to take antihypertensive drugs, and the time and dosage of early morning medication should be taken according to the doctor's instructions.
If antihypertensive drugs are used at night, blood pressure can be measured early in the morning to see fluctuations before deciding whether the medication needs to be adjusted. Regular medication is an important guarantee for long-term blood pressure stability.
Early morning is the starting point of the day, and it is also the golden time to regulate blood pressure and protect cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
Through scientific lifestyle adjustment, you can not only reduce the occurrence of dangers, but also make your health more secure. Every improvement in every detail will accumulate more protection for long-term health.
Morning health management is a key line of defense for patients with high blood pressure, from getting up slowly to drinking warm water, from arranging breakfast reasonably to choosing a gentle way of exercise, every detail hides scientific wisdom.
Staying away from the three "risky behaviors" in the early morning can not only make blood pressure more stable, but also effectively reduce the risk of sudden cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events.
Health is a game against time, and mastering the right morning habits is to strive for more peace of mind and happiness for yourself.
It is hoped that every person with high blood pressure can benefit from the drip habit and use scientific methods to start a new chapter of health every day.
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