{"id":19595,"date":"2016-10-28T16:00:45","date_gmt":"2016-10-28T10:30:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/?p=19595"},"modified":"2018-07-21T17:12:03","modified_gmt":"2018-07-21T11:42:03","slug":"6-ways-to-prevent-stroke","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/6-ways-to-prevent-stroke\/","title":{"rendered":"World Stroke Day: 6 Ways You Can Prevent Stroke"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"AStroke happens when blood flow to an area of brain is cut off causing oxygen deprivation and death of those brain cells. As a result, the abilities controlled by that area of the brain such as memory and muscle control are lost. It not treated on time; it can cause long term complications like paralysis, loss of bowel and bladder control, pain in hands and feet.<\/p>\n

<\/u>-In India around 16.6 lac cases occur every year (10% of the worldwide incidence).<\/p>\n

-That is around 4500 strokes\/day.<\/p>\n

Who Is At Risk Of Stroke?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

-Up to 50 % strokes are preventable by managing risk factors: High blood pressure, heart diseases, uncontrolled diabetes, high cholesterol, smoking, excessive alcohol intake, obesity.<\/p>\n

-Other risk factors include Age (>65), Gender (Men have more strokes, women have deadlier strokes), Family history.<\/p>\n

What Are The Symptoms?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Symptoms include confusion, trouble speaking and understanding, headache, altered consciousness\/ vomiting, numbness of the face, arm or leg, particularly on one side of the body, trouble seeing, and \u00a0walking.<\/p>\n

How Can You Suspect If Someone Is Having A Stroke?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Stroke should be treated within treated 3 hours of the symptoms first appearing.<\/p>\n

If you think someone may be having a stroke use the F.A.S.T test<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

F<\/strong>ace \u2013 Check their face. Has their face fallen on one side?<\/p>\n

A<\/strong>rms \u2013 Can they raise both arms and keep them there?<\/p>\n

S<\/strong>peech \u2013 Is their speech slurred?<\/p>\n

T<\/strong>ime is critical. If you notice any of these signs, call the nearby hospital immediately.<\/p>\n

How Can Stroke Be Prevented?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Stroke can be prevented by making healthy lifestyle changes. Here are ways by which you can prevent stroke:<\/p>\n

1 .\u00a0Quit Smoking<\/strong><\/p>\n

-Smoking has been found to accelerate clot formation and therefore thickens the blood.<\/p>\n

-It increases plaque deposition and increases the risk for stroke.<\/p>\n

2 .\u00a0Limit Alcohol\u00a0Intake<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

-Drink in moderation and on special occasions.<\/p>\n

-If you cannot get rid of the habit, consider seeking medical advice.<\/p>\n

3 . Stay Active<\/strong><\/p>\n

-Consistent moderate intensity 30 minute exercise at least 5 times a week helps strengthen your heart and burns the fat.<\/p>\n

-If you can\u2019t fit in 30 continuous minutes of exercise, you can split it up into three 10-minute walks throughout the day.<\/p>\n

-Be more active throughout the day.<\/p>\n

-Opt for stairs as often as you can.<\/p>\n

Take a 5 minute break after every hour you spend sitting and go for a short walk or do simple stretches.<\/p>\n

4 . Eat Right<\/strong><\/p>\n

-Opt for a low fat and high fiber diet rich in whole grains and green leafy vegetables.<\/p>\n

-Include a handful of heart healthy nuts and seeds like walnuts, almonds, flax seeds, pumpkin seeds.<\/p>\n

Have healthy fats.Oils that are good for you include olive oil, canola oil, vegetable and nut oils.<\/p>\n

-Have 5 portions of vegetables and fruits ( one portion equals one handful).<\/p>\n

Stay away from refined, processed and deep fried foods.<\/p>\n

5 . Keep Your Weight In Check<\/strong><\/p>\n

-Obesity and overweight has been found to be a major risk for lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, blood pressure and stroke.<\/p>\n

-Maintain a healthy weight for your height and age.<\/p>\n

6 . Keep Your Blood Pressure In Check<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

-High blood pressure has been found to increase the risk of stroke by close to four times.<\/p>\n

-Restrict salt<\/strong> intake to less than 6 gm\/da<\/strong>y to lower risk of blood pressure and heart diseases.<\/p>\n

-Stay away from fatty foods and keep your cholesterol in check.<\/p>\n

-If you are on blood pressure medications, make sure you have them on time and never stop or change them without your doctor’s approval.<\/p>\n

So, this World Stroke day, take a pledge to make healthy lifestyle changes to prevent stroke and live a life that is healthier, happier and free from diseases. Stay Healthy, Stay Happy!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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