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How can I prevent a stroke?

I have a family history of stroke. I wonder how can I prevent a stroke?

2 Answers

Visit your primary MD and discuss a baseline stroke risk workup. Serum lipids, cholesterol, EKG, and possible echo cardiogram If there is a bleed history then an MRI of the brain Blood clotting factors.
Good question. Maintain healthy body weight. Maintain normal blood pressure. Maintain normal glucose. Maintain normal cholesterol and triglycerides. Exercise regularly. Avoid sugar intake and animal fats. Take omega three and astaxanthin. Take Polyphenol powders daily. Take magnesium supplements daily.
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