What if you found out that there is a possibility to halve the risk of having a stroke?
A new study by the University of Texas at Houston recently revealed that there are seven different actions and habits, easy and simple to perform, that can reduce the risk of stroke by at least half. So what exactly does this mean, and how is it applied? Here are all the details
As it turns out, this is how it was revealed in a new study that maintaining a proper diet, along with physical activity, not smoking and losing weight, can offset the genetic risk of having a stroke, at least by half. The same study, followed 11,500 adults in the United States for thirty years, and found that lifestyle directly affected the risk of stroke.
As we know, stroke is a dangerous and common disease, especially in advanced age, when age, high blood pressure, smoking, obesity, a sedentary lifestyle and diabetes are known to increase the risk. Also, another risk factor is family history. But as mentioned, the good news is that there is something to be done.
Here are 7 habits you should adopt to reduce the risk of stroke in half:
1. Regular eating of vegetables and fruits
2. Keeping the weight
3. Regular physical activity
4. No smoking
5. Maintaining blood pressure
6. Keeping sugar balanced
7. Maintaining a healthy cholesterol level
In conclusion, the study confirmed that changing lifestyle risk factors, such as blood pressure control, can significantly offset genetic risk for stroke. Today, genetic information can be used to determine who is at higher risk and to encourage the adoption of a healthy lifestyle in order to, as mentioned, lower the risk and live a longer and healthier life.
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