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Blood Pressure Control
High blood pressure and stroke are very much related. Lowering your BP significantly reduces your stroke risk. Epidemiological studies has shown that lowing your systolic blood pressure (SBP) by 10 mm Hg , the stroke risk decreases by a third in individuals who are 60-79 years old. How do I achieve this?
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Manage Cholesterol levels
Having too much cholesterol in your blood can cause fatty deposits to build up in your arteries. This can make the arteries narrowed and stiff, making it harder for blood to flow. It also increases the chance of a blood clot developing. How do I achieve this?
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Blood Sugar Control
High blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels and nerves, making a stroke more likely to occur. It is important to maintain healthy blood sugar levels to reduce your risk. Additionally, mortality is higher and post-stroke outcomes are poorer in patients with uncontrolled glucose levels. How do I achieve this?
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Do Not Smoke
If you don’t smoke, don’t start! Smoking significantly increases your chances of having a stroke. If you do smoke, quitting will lower your risk. How do I achieve this?
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Stay Active
Building a good exercise schedule not only reduces your risk for stroke, but contributes to an overall improvement in mental and physical health as well! In general, it is recommended that an individual has at least 2.5 hours of moderate intensity aerobic physical activity such as walking, per week. Children and teens should engage in 1 hour of physical activity daily How do I achieve this?
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Eat Healthy
Have a well balanced diet full of fruits and vegetables. Foods high in cholesterol and sodium can be harmful and can increase your risk for stroke. Balanced diets increase immunity health, optimize energy levels, and decrease your stroke risk score! How do I achieve this?
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Manage and Maintain a Healthy Weight
Being overweight or obese has risks associated with it, one of those being an individual’s risk for stroke. Both regular exercise and eating healthy can help with the staying in a healthy body weight range. How do I achieve this?
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Limit alcohol intake
Alcohol increases blood pressure, in order to maintain healthy blood pressure, alcohol consumption should be limited. Men should have 1-2 drinks per day, and women should have 1 drink per day at most. How do I achieve this?
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Risk Factors
Modifiable Risk Factors |
Uncontrollable Risk Factors |
Body Weight |
Family History |
Smoking Habits |
Pre-Existing Medical Conditions |
Diet |
Age |
Exercise |
Gender |
Race |