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Stroke
There are two types of strokes:
- Ischemic (the most common type) occurs when a blood clot forms and sticks in a narrowed, diseased vessel and stops blood flow to the brain. Thus, oxygen does not get to the brain and cells die.
- Hemorrhagic stroke is caused by a blood vessel that breaks, allowing blood to flood the brain, preventing blood flow through vessels and oxygen from getting into the tissue.
A recent Harvard University study concluded that:
- Five daily servings of fruits and vegetables might lower your risk for an ischemic stroke by 30%.
- The high concentration of folic acid, fiber and potassium in citrus fruits and green leafy vegetables might be a key to reducing risk for stroke or heart disease.
Eating a well balanced diet including protein, carbohydrates, vegetables and fruit,
is a vital part of stroke risk reduction. Healthy eating habits may help lower
blood pressure and blood cholesterol levels
and reduce complications from diabetes.
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