How To Prevent A Stroke
Age makes us more susceptible to having a stroke, as does having Mother, Father or other close relative who has had a stroke. You can't reverse the years or change the family history, but there are many other stroke risk factors that can be controlled, provided that you're aware of them. Knowledge is power - so if you know that a particular risk factor is sabotaging your health and predisposing you to a higher risk of stroke, you can take steps to alleviate the effects of that risk.
Here are seven ways to start reigning in you risks today to avoid stroke, before a stroke has the chance to strike -
1) LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE - Maintain a Blood pressure of 135/85 but for some, a less
aggressive goal may be more appropriate (140/90). To achieve this, you have to -
a) Reduce Salt intake in the diet to not more than 1500 MG a day ( Half teaspoon)
b) Avoid high cholesterol foods such as Burgers, Cheese and Ice cream.
c) Eat 4 to 5 cups of Fruits and Vegetables every day, one serving of Fish 2 to 3 times a week and
and several daily serving of wholegrains and Low fat dairy.
d) Get more exercise, at least 30 minutes a day or more, if possible.
e) Quit smoking.
If needed, take blood pressure medicines.
2) LOSE WEIGHT - Obesity as well as the complications linked to it (including high Blood Pressure
and Diabetes) raise odds for having a stroke. If overweight, losing as little as 10 pounds can have
a real impact on stroke risk. To achieve this,
a) Try to eat not more than 1500 to 2000 calories a day (depending upon your BMI and Activity
level.
b) Increase exercise with activities like walking, playing Tennis, Golfing and making activity part
of every single day.
3) EXERCISE MORE - It contributes to losing weight and lowering blood pressure but it also stands
on its own as an independent stroke reducer. To achieve this -
a) Take stairs instead of elevator when you can.
b) Join a fitness club.
c) While exercising, reach at a level when you're breathing hard, but you can still talk.
d) Take a walk around after breakfast.
4) DRINK IN MODERATION - With no more than a glass a day. Make Red wine your choice as
it contains Resveratrol which is to protect the Heart and Brain.
5) TREAT ATRIAL FIBRILLATION - It is a form of irregular heartbeat that causes clots to form
in the heart.Those clots can travel to Brain, producing a stroke. It carries a five-fold risk of stroke
and should be taken seriously. If you have such symptoms, consult Doctor - need to take an Anti
Coagulant Drug (Blood thinner) to reduce stroke.
6) TREAT DIABETES - Having high Blood sugar damages blood vessels overtime making clots
more likely to form inside them. Monitor and keep Blood Sugar level under control. Use Diet,
Exercise and Medicines to keep blood sugar level within the recommended range.
7) QUIT SMOKING - It thickens your blood and increases the amount of plaque build up in the
arteries. Smoking cessation is one of the most powerful lifestyle changes that will help to reduce
stroke risk significantly.
Too many people ignore the signs of stroke because they question whether their symptoms are real.
Listen to your body and trust your instincts, if something is off, get professional help right away.
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Here are seven ways to start reigning in you risks today to avoid stroke, before a stroke has the chance to strike -
1) LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE - Maintain a Blood pressure of 135/85 but for some, a less
aggressive goal may be more appropriate (140/90). To achieve this, you have to -
a) Reduce Salt intake in the diet to not more than 1500 MG a day ( Half teaspoon)
b) Avoid high cholesterol foods such as Burgers, Cheese and Ice cream.
c) Eat 4 to 5 cups of Fruits and Vegetables every day, one serving of Fish 2 to 3 times a week and
and several daily serving of wholegrains and Low fat dairy.
d) Get more exercise, at least 30 minutes a day or more, if possible.
e) Quit smoking.
If needed, take blood pressure medicines.
2) LOSE WEIGHT - Obesity as well as the complications linked to it (including high Blood Pressure
and Diabetes) raise odds for having a stroke. If overweight, losing as little as 10 pounds can have
a real impact on stroke risk. To achieve this,
a) Try to eat not more than 1500 to 2000 calories a day (depending upon your BMI and Activity
level.
b) Increase exercise with activities like walking, playing Tennis, Golfing and making activity part
of every single day.
3) EXERCISE MORE - It contributes to losing weight and lowering blood pressure but it also stands
on its own as an independent stroke reducer. To achieve this -
a) Take stairs instead of elevator when you can.
b) Join a fitness club.
c) While exercising, reach at a level when you're breathing hard, but you can still talk.
d) Take a walk around after breakfast.
4) DRINK IN MODERATION - With no more than a glass a day. Make Red wine your choice as
it contains Resveratrol which is to protect the Heart and Brain.
5) TREAT ATRIAL FIBRILLATION - It is a form of irregular heartbeat that causes clots to form
in the heart.Those clots can travel to Brain, producing a stroke. It carries a five-fold risk of stroke
and should be taken seriously. If you have such symptoms, consult Doctor - need to take an Anti
Coagulant Drug (Blood thinner) to reduce stroke.
6) TREAT DIABETES - Having high Blood sugar damages blood vessels overtime making clots
more likely to form inside them. Monitor and keep Blood Sugar level under control. Use Diet,
Exercise and Medicines to keep blood sugar level within the recommended range.
7) QUIT SMOKING - It thickens your blood and increases the amount of plaque build up in the
arteries. Smoking cessation is one of the most powerful lifestyle changes that will help to reduce
stroke risk significantly.
Too many people ignore the signs of stroke because they question whether their symptoms are real.
Listen to your body and trust your instincts, if something is off, get professional help right away.
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