Here's How To Avoid Hypertension And Cholesterol After Eid Celebration

JAKARTA - Internal Medicine Specialist at Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, dr. Faisal Parlindungan, Sp.Pd distributed tips so that people avoid hypertension, diarrhea and cholesterol due to mantanted foods and lack of vegetables commonly served during Eid al-Fitr.

"During Eid, various foods that are often consumed are processed from coconut milk and minimal fiber, so it is not uncommon for complaints such as high blood pressure, diarrhea, and even cholesterol," said doctor Faisal when contacted by ANTARA from Jakarta, Monday.

He explained that saturated foods contain saturated fats that can increase cholesterol and hypertension, while low fiber can cause digestive disorders, diarrhea and constipation.

He also advised the public to limit the consumption of Santan food by consuming a small portion or replacing it with a clear sauce.

Then multiply consuming vegetables and fruit that is rich in fiber.

"Serat helps reduce cholesterol and improve digestion," he explained.

Consumption of vegetables and fruit, supplements that contain vitamins and antioxidants as well as fermented products such as yogurt, play a role in increasing bacteria both in digestion so as to help improve digestion, lower cholesterol, blood pressure, and prevent the formation of fat buildup in blood vessels.

Limiting the consumption of salt and micin, he continued, is also something that should be done to prevent a drastic increase in blood pressure.

Scathing foods and overly acidic drinks should also be avoided in order to reduce the risk of stomach irritation and the digestive system associated with diarrhea.

He also said that a healthier cooking method such as roast, steam or boiled is recommended rather than fried.

"Avoid heating foods repeatedly, especially coconut products because it increases saturated fat in food and reduces the nutritional value of food directly," he explained.

Then he also suggested that eating enough water is also able to reduce the risk of dehydration during Eid.

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