A stroke, often called a brain attack, is similar to a heart attack in that the tissue dies due to the lack of oxygen. This is usually caused by arterial plaque or a blood clot. Each year in the US, nearly 800,000 people have a stroke. Of these, 137,000 people die, making stroke the 5th leading cause of death nationally. Even if you do survive it, it almost always results in reduced mobility and serious long-term disability. The biggest tragedy surrounding strokes is that around 90% are preventable with simple lifestyle modifications. While your doc might tell you that you should take medication to reduce your risk of stroke, the truth is that the natural strategies are the best means to prevent it. Learn the top 13 ways. Report.

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