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Strokes And The Digestive System
Prevention
Patients who have had a first stroke or TIA are at high risk of having another stroke. Secondary prevention measures are essential to reduce this risk.
Lifestyle Changes
Quit Smoking. Smoking is a major risk factor for stroke. Patients should also avoid exposure to second-hand smoke.
Eat Healthy. Patients should make dietary changes to follow a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, high in potassium, and low in saturated fats. Limit sodium (salt) intake to less than 2,300 mg/day. All...
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