In people’s understanding, the “three highs” of high blood pressure, high blood lipids, and high blood sugar are considered the main triggers for stroke. However, a recent case of a 65-year-old man has questioned this common belief. Despite having no history of “three highs,” he still unfortunately suffered a stroke.
Mr. Li has always been strong and enjoyed a peaceful and happy retirement. But on an ordinary morning, he was suddenly struck with severe headaches, loss of strength in the left side of his body, and unclear speech. His family immediately rushed him to the hospital. After a careful examination, the doctor confirmed he had suffered a stroke.
The doctor’s in-depth investigation into his lifestyle habits revealed a possible factor related to Mr. Li’s stroke — long-term heavy smoking. Nicotine and other harmful substances in tobacco can cause blood vessels to constrict and blood viscosity to rise, increasing the risk of stroke and becoming an independent risk factor for stroke.
Stroke is a serious cerebrovascular disease characterized by headaches, nausea, vomiting, limb weakness, and speech disorders, which can lead to disability or even life-threatening conditions. Therefore, preventing stroke is crucial.
To prevent stroke, the following healthy diets and lifestyles are recommended:
- Mediterranean diet: Mainly consists of olive oil, vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains, and fish; limiting the intake of red meat and processed foods.
- Regular exercise: At least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, such as brisk walking, swimming, cycling, etc.
- Maintain a positive attitude: Regulate emotions and manage stress to avoid causing high blood pressure.
In addition, it is important to pay attention to regular physical examinations, weight control, and avoiding staying up late to maintain health.
A healthy lifestyle is the most effective preventive medicine. Mr. Li’s case has shown us the potential dangers of smoking and reminds us to continually prevent stroke.
Now is the time to take action – for the health of our brain vessels, let’s quit smoking, limit alcohol, eat a balanced diet, engage in regular exercise, and maintain a positive mindset. Life is vital because of the drive of exercise, and the essence of health lies in prevention.
Embarking on the journey towards a healthy life, we will enact this concept through concrete actions to ensure that stroke stays out of our life circle. Remember, every healthy decision we make is not only treating ourselves kindly but also is a silent deep love to our families.
