Reduce Your Risk For Stroke By Living Healthy

by Heather McLaughlin

A recent study has found that women can greatly reduce their chances for having a stroke by leading a healthy lifestyle.

Heart disease and strokes are a leading cause of death for women, especially minority women.

Here are some steps you can take to reduce your chances of suffering a stroke:

• Quit Smoking. If you’re smart enough to afford cigarettes, you’re smart enough to quit!
• Limit your consumption of alcoholic beverages. Limiting alcohol to under 10 drinks per week was found to have a positive affect on those studied.
• Get Active! Try to exercise at least 4 times per week, more if you have the time and energy.
• Eat sensibly. Eat foods that are high in fiber, fresh fruits and vegetables and lean cuts of meat. You should also be sure to take in Omega 3 oils which is found in fish and available as a dietary supplement. Limit or abstain from foods that contain transfats, or are high in saturated fats.

If you’d like to learn more about women and strokes, please visit Women’s Health Government