What to do about the "Three Highs" (high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and high cholesterol)?

"The three highs" refers to hypertension, hyperglycemia, and hyperlipidemia. Treating the three highs requires the following measures:

1. Medication treatment: Depending on the condition, doctors may prescribe antihypertensive, hypoglycemic, and lipid-lowering medications. Commonly used medications for hypertension include Captopril, Irbesartan, etc.; common medications for hyperglycemia include Metformin, Acarbose, etc.; and common medications for hyperlipidemia include Atorvastatin, Fenofibrate, etc. Medications must be taken under a doctor's guidance and should not be taken blindly on one's own.

2. Lifestyle modifications:

Dietary adjustments: Follow the dietary principles of low salt, low fat, and low sugar, reduce intake of salt, oil, and sugar, and avoid foods high in fat, sugar, and salt, such as fatty meats, pickled foods, and cream cakes. Increase consumption of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains, which helps control the three highs.

Regular exercise: Engage in appropriate aerobic activities such as walking, jogging, or swimming, which can help lower blood pressure, lipid levels, and blood glucose. It is recommended to exercise for about 40 minutes daily to maintain a light sweat.

Quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption: Smoking and excessive alcohol intake increase the risks of elevated blood pressure, lipid levels, and blood glucose. Therefore, smoking should be quit and alcohol consumption limited.

Weight management: Maintain a healthy weight through proper diet and exercise.

Regular sleep patterns: Maintain good sleeping habits, avoid staying up late, and ensure sufficient sleep duration.