Salt may lead to stroke.. stay away from it and eat its natural alternatives

Strokes occur when the brain's blood supply is cut off, and if not treated quickly and effectively, it can be fatal, and because of the damage it can cause, people should do everything in their power to reduce the risk of stroke, and the most important thing in this context is to stay away from eating the salt.

The newspaper "Express" quoted the British Association on Stroke Control as saying that high salt consumption is one of the main risk factors for high blood pressure, which is the main cause of stroke, warning that a lot of the salt we eat is hidden in processed foods such as ready-made meals and ready-made potato chips. Salted nuts, some types of salty cakes and biscuits, as well as processed meats.

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The association recommended avoiding adding salt to food when cooking or at the table, suggesting that salt should be replaced with fresh ginger, lemon juice, hot pepper or dried herbs and spices to flavor the food instead of salt.

The British Association noted that some people use low-sodium products to help them reduce salt, but they should check with a doctor before using these products because they are not suitable for people with kidney problems who use medications that affect potassium levels.

Other risk factors for stroke include poor lifestyle habits such as smoking and alcohol consumption, and the medical community advises the need to adhere to a healthy diet and exercise regularly to avoid chronic diseases.

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