Risk Factors for Stroke that You Can Control
Certainly, there are many risk factors for stroke that you just don’t have any control over. Such as, age, gender, ethnicity, family history and medical history. According to an online article by Everyday Health entitled, Stroke Risk Factors: What You Should Know “about 50 percent of people who survive a stroke will be disabled preventing them from being completely independent and taking care of everyday activities. The good news? Nearly 80 percent of all strokes can be prevented if you know your risk factors, and make changes that can decrease your risk.”
Everyday Health lists the following as things you can do to minimize your risks:
- Do everything in your control to manage conditions such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, heart disease, etc.
- Watch your diet – limiting your intake of fat, calories, and sodium
- Keep moving – make sure you are exercising regularly
- Keep your weight under contol and your waistline trim
- Quit smoking
- Avoid hormone use
For detailed descriptions of each of these factors, visit the Everyday Health website.
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