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Lead to diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular diseases: doctors named popular foods that destroy blood vessels

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Frequent consumption of a number of foods has a destructive effect on blood vessels. As a result, type 2 diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular diseases, and an oncological process may develop.

Frequent consumption of sausage, ham, sausages, bacon (that is, processed meat) provokes diabetes and colon cancer.

—One of the main reasons is the content of nitrites and nitrates used to preserve the product, — notedleading expert of Rospotrebnadzor Margarita Provotorova.— To protect yourself from harmful fats, read the ingredients on the packaging. They should not contain hydrogenated oil,” Provotorova noted.

Trans fats are formed as a result of the process of hydrogenation, which turns liquid oils into solid fats. They are present in many products such as fast food, cookies, chips, fried foods and many others.

Why are trans fats harmful?

  • They increase the level of “bad” cholesterol in the blood, which increases the risk of cardiovascular disease.
  • They decrease the level of “good” cholesterol, which is necessary for the protection of the heart.
  • They increase inflammation in the body, which can lead to various diseases.
  • Associated with an increased risk of developing diabetes, obesity and other chronic diseases.

In addition, alcohol and refined foods (ultra-processed) are harmful.

Note that problems with vessels may manifest the following signs:

1. Pain or discomfort in the heart or chest (angina).
2. Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, especially during physical activity.
3. Feeling weak or tired even with light exertion.
4. Swelling in the legs, legs, or ankles.
5. Pain or numbness in the legs or arms.
6. High blood pressure or dizziness.
7. Fainting.

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Important! Information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. At the first signs of illness, consult a doctor.