To reduce your risk of stroke with your diet, choose foods that are high in fiber and low in saturated fats, trans fat, sodium and cholesterol. These can help prevent high cholesterol and high blood pressure which can increase your chances of having a stroke. To help you reduce your risk of stroke, our own registered dietitians hand-picked these recipes that feature vegetables, fruits, beans, whole grains and are low in unhealthy fats:
- Sautéed Zucchini, Tomato and Chickpea Ragout via American Heart Association
- Citrus Ginger Honey Glazed Salmon with Whole Grain Rice and Sugar Snap Peas via American Heart Association
- Turkey Stuffed Peppers via SkinnyTaste
- Lemony Lentil and Chickpea Salad with Radish and Herbs via Cookies and Kate
Speak with your primary care doctor about how steps you can take to reduce your risk for stroke and for more tips visit stroke.org.
Love these recipes? Check out the recipes that were selected for Heart Month in February. Which of these delicious recipes will you try? Let us know on our Facebook page.
