Stroke that is, an interruption of blood flow to the brain can happen to anyone at any time, no matter your age. Strokes kill more than 140,000 Americans annually and are the no. 1 cause of adult disability in the U.S. Thats why it is so important to take whatever steps you can to prevent you and your loved ones from becoming yet another stroke statistic.
KNOW WHAT A STROKE IS
A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs, so it and brain cells die. Every minute during a stroke 1.9 million neurons die, so it is important to act fast and get medical attention right away.
LOWER YOUR SODIUM INTAKE
Salt is sneaky. You are often consuming it without even realizing it. Frozen foods and processed foods tend to have high salt content, so avoid them as much as possible and choose fresh options. Join the pledge to reduce the amount of sodium you eat at heart.org/sodium.
GET MOVING
Getting as little as 30 minutes of physical activity a day can reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke. Start somewhere! If you are not doing anything, do something. If you are doing something, do more. It does not have to be a big ordeal to work out. Add it to your daily routine and before you know it, physical activity will be second nature to you.
HAVE IMPORTANT CONVERSATIONS
Turn stroke into a dinner table conversation. It can happen to anyone at any age. You never know when someone will have a stroke so it is important to be educated and know the warning signs.
QUIT SMOKING
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