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Cerebral ischemia (insufficient blood supply to the brain) is a health condition affecting many people today, including young people. People with cerebral ischemia always need a special diet to improve the condition, so the question "what foods should people with cerebral ischemia eat?" is receiving a great deal of attention. In the article below, STAVI would like to share with you some foods that are good for people with cerebral ischemia.
So what should you eat if you have cerebral ischemia? Below are foods proven to bring many benefits to patients with cerebral ischemia and to help protect your cardiovascular health. Join STAVI Industrial Catering and learn about these foods!
What foods should people with cerebral ischemia eat?
What to eat to improve cerebral circulation and help the body regenerate blood faster is a concern for many patients with cerebral ischemia. Besides lifestyle changes and taking supplements, the daily diet and foods are also very important, having a significant impact on health in general and on cerebral ischemia in particular.
Cerebral ischemia is a condition in which blood circulation to the brain is reduced; blood cannot flow to the brain, so brain cells do not receive enough oxygen and essential nutrients, leading to impaired functions and, in more severe cases, the death of brain tissue. Common symptoms in people with cerebral ischemia include headaches, dizziness, nausea, poor concentration and memory loss... If not treated promptly, it can lead to stroke and even death.
Some conditions that cause insufficient blood supply to the brain include:
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Atherosclerosis
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Cervical spondylosis
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Blood clots that obstruct blood flow
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External compression of the artery walls
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Congenital defects in the cerebral blood vessels causing blockage and narrowing
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Vasoconstriction reducing the amount of blood reaching the brain
STAVI recommends the following foods to improve cerebral circulation
1. Foods rich in protein and iron
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Fatty fish: This is a food group recommended for regular consumption by people with cerebral ischemia. Fatty fish, including tuna, cod, salmon, basa and other catfish varieties... are an abundant source of omega-3, which is very good for cardiovascular and brain health. Research has shown that this fat can reduce the levels of beta-amyloid in the blood, a substance that causes damage to the brain. In addition, these fish contain unsaturated fatty acids, vitamins A, B6, B12, D... and minerals such as iron, zinc, potassium and phosphorus, which are good for brain cells.
Image: Fatty fish in the protein- and iron-rich group
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Eggs: Many people will surely be surprised that eggs also make the list of foods that are good for people with cerebral ischemia; however, you should only eat 3 - 4 eggs per week. Eggs contain plenty of vitamins A, B12, B5 and B2 and minerals such as phosphorus and selenium, as well as amino acids essential for the body. These vitamins are vital for brain function, helping to slow cognitive decline and prevent brain atrophy caused by insufficient blood supply to the brain.
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Image: Eggs are in the protein- and iron-rich group
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Beef: Beef contains plenty of protein, iron and vitamins that are good for producing blood to nourish the body. Eating beef also boosts the regeneration of red blood cells, helping to improve anaemia and enhance brain function. Beef can be made into many delicious dishes such as stir-fried beef, beef stewed in red wine, grilled beef... together with other good ingredients that bring many health benefits.
Image: Beef in the protein- and iron-rich group
However, you should limit your intake and not eat too much beef, because beef is classified as red meat and contains a lot of fat; eating too much will cause fat accumulation and high blood lipids. Beef is rich in protein, iron and vitamins B2, B6 and B12, which promote the regeneration of red blood cells and supply oxygen to the body's cells, making the body healthier, rebuilding muscle and protecting brain cells.
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Seafood: rich in zinc, iron, vitamin B12 and amino acids that help the body produce red blood cells, reduce fatigue and stress and strengthen the immune system... increasing blood circulation and supplying oxygen for the brain to function.
Image: Seafood in the protein- and iron-rich group
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2. Foods rich in iron and vitamins
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Vegetables, root vegetables and fruit: Dark-coloured vegetables such as celery, pumpkin, carrots… are foods rich in vitamins and minerals such as iron and zinc, which are very good for people with cerebral ischemia, helping to increase blood circulation and enhance metabolic exchange with the cells. Many fruits are also high in vitamins and antioxidants, such as avocado, apple, pear, raspberry, grape, plum… which help the body absorb iron better, strengthen resistance and prevent disease effectively.
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Spinach: the top-priority vegetable for patients with cerebral ischemia, being rich in iron, vitamin B12 and folic acid.
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Image: Spinach in the iron- and vitamin-rich group
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Broccoli: high in fibre, iron, vitamins A and C and magnesium.
Image: Broccoli in the iron- and vitamin-rich group
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Celery: contains many amino acids, iron, zinc and various vitamins that help increase blood circulation.
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Pumpkin: contains plenty of vitamin C, carotene, iron, calcium, protein, zinc...
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Carrots: rich in beta-carotene, vitamins C, D, A, B and E, folic acid and potassium, iron, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus, helping the body boost metabolism and circulate blood effectively.
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Strawberries and raspberries: Rich in folate, carbohydrates, zinc and fibre, and high in vitamin C and antioxidants, they help the body absorb iron better and strengthen immunity.
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Dried black currants: High in vitamin C and iron, they enhance iron absorption, thereby increasing haemoglobin for blood production.
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Plums: Rich in fibre, magnesium and iron, with fairly high levels of vitamins A and E, they help the body eliminate harmful free radicals and prevent disease effectively. Etc…
Image: Plums in the iron- and vitamin-rich group
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3. Whole grains
Whole grains cannot be left out of nutritious daily meals, and they are good for cardiovascular and brain health. Their high fibre content, together with beneficial vitamins that act as antioxidants, both improves high blood lipids and blocked blood vessels and helps the heart pump and circulate blood better.
Image: Whole grains
Whole grains contain plenty of vitamins, especially vitamin E. You can improve your brain health by eating whole-grain foods such as:
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Brown rice
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Barley
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Oats
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Whole-grain bread
Learn with STAVI about foods that people with cerebral ischemia should avoid
Alongside foods that are good for health, there are also foods that have many harmful effects on the cardiovascular system and brain if consumed in excess.
Foods to avoid if you want a healthy circulatory system and body include:
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Fast food: Increases the risk of high blood lipids, atherosclerosis and blocked cerebral blood vessels.
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Canned food: Contains a lot of salt, causing high blood pressure and affecting cardiovascular function.
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Alcoholic drinks: Alcoholic drinks stimulate the nerves and make cerebral ischemia even worse.
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Carbonated soft drinks: the large amount of sugar in these drinks increases the risk of stroke for patients with cerebral ischemia.
These are the foods that are good for people with cerebral ischemia; adding enough of them to your diet will help improve the condition and limit health risks. In addition, people with cerebral ischemia also need to have thorough health check-ups. Regular health check-ups help detect illness early so that a treatment plan can be made for the best results. We hope the information above from STAVI has helped answer, at least in part, the question of what to eat if you have cerebral ischemia.
