READ 10 Ways To Avoid Stroke

There is a direct link between headaches, high blood pressure and stroke. If you have high blood pressure and are experiencing constant headaches, chances are that you are well on your way to having stroke. 

What makes high blood pressure dangerous is that it will lead to a stroke which is life-threatening and can lead to death or severe physical and or mental retardation.

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Only few, lucky and fit healthy individuals make a full recovery of stroke.

Here are ten ways to avoid having a stroke:

• If you have persistent headaches, you need to visit your doctor especially if you are over 40 years of age.


• Once you are diagnosed as having high blood pressure and you are placed on medications, you must continue taking the medication forever.


• High blood pressure is not a problem; the problem is usually the bad management or careless use of medication. Try to take your medication regularly as prescribed by the doctor..


• Stroke will usually occur in hypertensive people who forget to take their medications for a very long time and then get into a stressful situation.


• Regular exercise can help to lower your blood pressure.


• A good diet with low salt, low carbohydrate and moderate protein without red meat is very good for your health.


• Do not self-medicate with over the counter drug to threat your headaches without first checking with your doctor, to rule out more serious illnesses.


• If you are over 50, take one tablet of aspirin daily to avoid blood clots, but take it with a meal to avoid stomach ulcer.


• Check your blood pressure regularly.


• Do not take life so lightly as you may not get out alive.

Follow the stipulated procedures and you will live very long.

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