Stroke Prevention - The Best of About.com

The American Stroke Association estimates that 80% of strokes are preventable, meaning that each year up to 600,000 Americans could have prevented their strokes.

Stroke risk factors include different diseases, conditions and life style choices. Each week I review About.com's 80+ Health and Fitness sites to bring you the latest news and information to help you manage your risk for a stroke or a repeat stroke.

• High blood pressure is considered to be the number one risk factor for stroke. From Cathy Wong, N.D., About.com's Guide to Alternative Medicine, Natural Treatments for High Blood Pressure.
• Smoking is also a risk factor for stroke. After you smoke your last cigarette, you will not only be reducing your risk for stroke, you will also experience many other health benefits. From About.com's Guide to Smoking Cessation, Terry Martin, here are the Benefits When You Quit Smoking.
• To help us manage our weight during the upcoming holidays, Halloween Treats Calorie Calculator, from Wendy Bumgardner, About.com's Guide to Walking.

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