Most people know that high blood pressure is the
main cause of stroke, but in recent research, another reason has come into existence. New
research says, low-blood pressure also causes a stroke. This claim has been made
by Boston University School of Medicine researcher Dr. Hugo J. Apricio in his
research. According to the researcher, 10 percent of patients suffering from
low blood pressure are at risk of stroke.
To understand the connection between low blood pressure and stroke, scientists had studied 30,000 elderly people who had suffered an ischemic stroke. Of these, a case of stroke came 18 months ago.
The researchers say, their health data suggests that
patients who smoked, had heart patients, or were suffering from dementia or
cancer were at an even higher risk of stroke. Research data shows that not only
high blood pressure, low blood pressure can also cause a stroke.
Risk factors need to be reduced-
Researchers say, to avoid the risk of stroke, along with keeping an eye on low blood pressure, there is a need to protect yourself from its risk factors. So stay away from smoking. Adopt a lifestyle that reduces the risk of heart diseases and cancer.
Keep these things in mind to keep low-blood pressure normal-
• Keep a low amount of salt in the food. Salt plays an important role in keeping the body's blood pressure normal.
• Keep the body hydrated with at least 8 glasses of water or other liquid (milk, whey, juice, lassi, etc) throughout the day.
• Avoid taking the stress and stay away from cigarettes, alcohol, or other drugs.
• Include more green vegetables and fruits in the daily diet.
• Avoid eating high carbohydrate things.
