In a recent paper published in the Journal of American College of Cardiology, writers address what they call "post-prandial dysmetabolism." It's what happens in your body after you eat junk, "The highly processed, calorie-dense, nutrient-depleted diet favored in the current American culture..." or too much of anything.
They say that post-prandial dysmetabolism is an "independent predictor of future cardiovascular events."
The good news is that improvements in diet exert an immediate and profound favorable changes in post-prandial dysmetabolism. They recommend:
1 Choose high-fiber, low glycemic index carbohydrates such as whole grains,legumes, and vegetables and fruits.
2 Eat lean protein at all 3 meals.
3 Consume nuts on a daily basis, about 1 handful (with a closed fist). Eatwith vegetables, berries or other fruits, or grains.
4 Eat a salad of leafy greens dressed with vinegar and virgin olive oil on adaily basis.
5 Avoid highly processed foods and drinks, especially those containingsugar, high-fructose corn syrup, white flour, or trans fats.
6 Keep serving sizes modest.
7 Avoid being overweight or obese; maintain a waist circumference less thanone-half of height in inches.
8 Obtain 30 min or more of daily physical activity of at least moderateintensity.
9 Consider consuming 1 alcoholic drink before or with the evening meal (forthose without a history of substance abuse).
Dietary Strategies for Improving Post-Prandial Glucose, Lipids, Inflammation, and Cardiovascular Health
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