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A stroke is a violation of blood flow in the brain, which leads to the death of nerve cells or their damage. Rupture or blockage of an artery occurs due to blockage of its thrombus or plaque formation.
Not always a person is able to avoid a stroke, as there are factors that no one can change: heredity and old age. However, proper nutrition, walks and adequate sleep can help reduce the risk of stroke in people who are most susceptible to this disease.
Why does a stroke occur?
There are several causes of stroke, the main ones are:
high blood pressure, it is believed that it is for this reason that about 40% of seizures occur;
smoking, smokers are 50% more likely to have a stroke;
obesity, excessive weight is the reason why the brain does not receive enough blood for full-fledged work, in this case, proper nutrition and diet are required;
disease of the cardiovascular system;
the use of certain dietary supplements, amphetamines and other stimulants.
If the cause of the stroke is obesity
If the cause of the first stroke was obesity, then in order to avoid a second one, it is necessary to lose weight. Moreover, this must be done correctly and in stages in order to minimize harm to the body. Revise your diet and reduce the amount of fat consumed by 30%. Try to buy products in which the fat content is not more than 3%. During the day, fatty foods should not exceed 40-60 g (about two tablespoons).
When compiling the menu, it is necessary to take into account that you need to cook food with rapeseed, soybean, olive and sunflower oil. The amount of lean meat during the day should be no more than 120 g. It should be remembered that fish and meat contain a lot of hidden fats in addition to protein, which everyone knows about.
During the week, seafood should be included in the menu at least twice, and it is also necessary to limit the number of eggs to no more than 3 pieces. With dairy products, too, do not be zealous.
Instead of flour products, give preference to black bread, which is baked from whole grains, cornmeal or oat bran.
Water should be drunk purified and at least two liters during the day, but it is better to completely refuse coffee – this is not the best drink after a stroke.
When choosing vegetables for compiling a menu, it is better to give preference to those that are rich in useful fiber and folic acid. In the event that the amount of sugar in the blood is within the normal range, then one banana can be eaten every day. It contains a lot of potassium.
The most useful berry for restoring the body after a stroke is blueberries. It is rich in antioxidants that help maintain and improve the body.
Potatoes and meat should only be consumed baked or stewed. It is better to refuse their daily intake. Meat and potatoes are best replaced with legumes or soy products. Potatoes and meat should be on the menu no more than 2 or 3 times a week.
Legumes contain a lot of folic acid, so they are important for protecting the brain.
Vitamins A, C, E will be no less important in nutrition. They help eliminate the consequences of an attack and support the body during the recovery period. In order for the body to bounce back as quickly as possible after an attack, it is necessary to include bran, brown rice, oats, and wheat in the menu, which contain very important elements (phytonutrients) for recovery.
What to Avoid After a Stroke
It is necessary to completely exclude any pastries, bread, buns, cakes, margarine, sweet and butter. These products contain a lot of fats, which contribute to high cholesterol.
The amount of salt consumed should also be limited if it is not possible to completely abandon it.
Avoid alcohol in any form. The only exception that can be made is for natural red wine, namely natural. According to experts, red wine has a good effect on the recovery of the body after a stroke. How much of this drink can be consumed should be clarified with your doctor.
Proper food preparation for stroke survivors
Proper nutrition after a stroke involves the exclusion of fatty foods. Therefore, it is worth including only low-fat foods in the diet, as well as properly preparing food.
Avoid smoking or frying food. The meat will have more flavor if it is steamed or in the oven, do not add any oils during cooking. During stewing or cooking products, the resulting layer of fat on the surface should be removed.
You should not eat the same meals every day, even if they are made from recommended foods. This will quickly get bored and eventually become disgusting, moreover, the benefits from them will gradually decrease. There are many recipes that allow you to cook a wide variety of dishes from the same products that will be healthy and tasty.
Use mild spices, among the whole variety, you can choose those that you can use while adhering to the necessary diet. They will help diversify the taste of even the most familiar dishes.
Diet for loss of chewing function
Some people have trouble chewing and swallowing after a stroke. Therefore, for this type of people, it is necessary to grind all food into puree. In order for such food to have acceptable taste, vegetable sauces that do not contain salt are allowed to be added to it. Nearly all foods can be prepared to be suitable for people with chewing problems.
Products are crushed with a blender. Vegetable and fruit smoothies, meat purees are prepared from them. In this case, all products that are mixed must be of medium temperature. Canned baby purees can be used as a spiced alternative food for adults.
To add some flavor to the dish, try adding finely chopped cilantro or parsley to it.
Talk to your doctor about whether adding ginseng to your food is acceptable. It stimulates the body’s resistance to disease and stress, and also improves blood circulation, promotes memory recovery, and expands blood vessels.
With improper nutrition and the use of foods that are prohibited, dehydration, various infections and other diseases can occur.
It is necessary to select the right nutrition after a stroke individually and only in consultation with your doctor and an experienced nutritionist. Proper nutrition is the key to the speedy recovery and recovery of the whole body, as well as reducing the risk of recurrent stroke.
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