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Sudden hiccups
Unexplained nausea or vomiting
Extreme fatigue
Chest pain or shortness of breath
Sudden confusion or behavior changes
Severe and unexplainable headaches
General weakness (not just on one side)
- Monitor your blood pressure: High blood pressure is a major stroke risk factor. Keep it in check with a healthy diet, regular exercise, and stress management.
- Stay active: Moving your body every day helps improve circulation and keeps your heart in top shape. Even a 30-minute walk can make a difference.
- Eat smart: Load up on whole foods, fruits, and veggies while cutting back on processed snacks and excess salt. Your arteries will thank you.
- Know your hormones: Birth control pills, pregnancy, and menopause can all affect stroke risk. Talk to your doctor about how to manage these changes safely.
- Quit smoking: If you smoke, now’s the time to stop. Smoking dramatically increases stroke risk, and quitting can have immediate benefits.
- Listen to your body: If something feels wrong, don’t wait it out. The faster you act, the better the outcome.