Can coronary heart disease patients soak their feet?

Written by Chen Ya
Geriatrics
Updated on September 29, 2024
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People with coronary heart disease can soak their feet, but it is recommended not to do so during an angina attack. When soaking feet, the high water temperature causes the capillaries in the lower limbs to dilate, increasing blood supply to the lower limbs, which can correspondingly reduce the blood supply to the heart, easily leading to myocardial ischemia and angina attacks. Additionally, the soaking should not be too long, and the water temperature should not be too high. It is suggested that a 10-minute soak is appropriate, and a water temperature of around 37 to 38 degrees Celsius is advisable. Too high a temperature is not beneficial for patients with coronary heart disease.

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Patients with coronary heart disease should eat light, easily digestible foods, opt for low-salt and low-fat options, and consume plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits. Foods rich in dietary fiber, such as wheat, oats, and buckwheat, can also be eaten in moderation. Avoid foods high in animal fats and cholesterol, as well as salt-rich preserved items. In addition to dietary adjustments, patients with coronary heart disease should engage in reasonable exercise, effectively control their weight, maintain a good psychological state, and avoid overwork and staying up late, ensuring ample sleep at night. It is important to actively control risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high blood cholesterol, provide long-term standardized medication treatment for coronary heart disease, and maintain stability of the condition.

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Coronary heart disease refers to the condition where the coronary arteries undergo arteriosclerotic changes, leading to the narrowing or blockage of the vessel lumen, which in turn causes myocardial ischemia, hypoxia, or necrosis, resulting in a series of heart conditions. Some of the early manifestations of this disease often include chest pain triggered by physical activity or emotional agitation. Sometimes it can also manifest as a feeling of suffocation and pain, which often appears as paroxysmal angina or crushing pain, and may radiate to other areas such as the shoulder, upper arm, and fingers. Resting or taking medications like nitroglycerin can significantly alleviate symptoms. Other possible symptoms include fever, sweating, panic, nausea, vomiting, etc.

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Can people with coronary heart disease drink alcohol?

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Can people with coronary heart disease eat beef?

Patients with coronary heart disease can appropriately eat some beef in their daily life, as beef is rich in protein content and contains a variety of amino acids, which can provide sufficient nutrients to the human body. Also, its fat and cholesterol content are relatively low, so generally, it would not exacerbate the condition too much. However, the diet for coronary heart disease should generally be light, and it is recommended to balance meat with vegetables, focusing more on vegetables. Additionally, eating beef in the cold winter also has a stomach-warming effect, making it more suitable during that time. In contrast, it might not be suitable in the summer, especially for those with internal heat. Beef is more appropriate for individuals with qi deficiency, shortness of breath, weak body, aching muscles and bones, and those suffering from chronic anemia and dizziness. However, excessive consumption can still increase the burden on patients with coronary heart disease, so it is advised to consume in small amounts and not excessively.