What Are the Risk Factors of Brain Stroke?

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What Are the Risk Factors of Brain Stroke?
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An Overview

• A stroke or brain attack ranks as the fourth
  leading cause of death in the United States. This
  is one of the most dangerous health problems.
• According to a recent survey report, more than
  795,000 Americans have a stroke every year and
  approximately 160,000 Americans die because of
  stroke-related causes.

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What Exactly A Stroke Is?

• A brain attack or a stroke occurs when the brain
  doesnt get proper blood. Due to decreased blood
  flow, brain cells die. Usually, stroke is divided
  into two broad categories blockage and bleeding.
  Well, a stroke because of blockage is known as
  ischemic stroke. The blockage is the most
  frequent cause of a brain stroke. Do you know, 80
  percent of strokes are because of blockage. A
  stroke because of bleeding is known as a
  hemorrhagic stroke.
• There can be many reasons behind a brain stroke.
  In fact, cardiovascular procedures can also lead
  to brain stroke. To prevent the brain, doctors
  use embolic cerebral protection devices during
  cardiac procedures.

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Brain Stroke Symptoms

• Dizziness
• Trouble Walking
• Trouble Speaking or Understanding Speech
• Paralysis
• Confusion
• Slurring Speech
• Loss of Balance or Coordination

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Brain Stroke Symptoms

• Numbness or Weakness in The Arm, Face, And Leg
• Vision Problems
• Severe Headache
• Risk Factors of Brain Stroke
• Diet
• Inactivity
• Alcohol Consumption

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Diet

• Diet plays a major role in keeping yourself
  healthy. An unhealthy diet increases your risk of
  stroke.
• Thus, keep your diet full of good nutrients,
  vitamins, and minerals.

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Inactivity

• Inactivity or lack of exercise can increase your
  risk of brain stroke. There are many health
  benefits of regular exercise.
• According to health experts, you should exercise
  for at least 30 minutes daily. You can do cardio,
  weight training, swimming, running to keep
  yourself fit and healthy.

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Alcohol Consumption

• If you drink too much alcohol, then you are at
  the risk of brain stroke.
• You should drink alcohol in moderation else you
  will develop many deadly diseases.

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