08/11/2018
Minimizing Stroke Damage
Are you at risk for a stroke? There are many steps you can take to minimize your danger, including managing controllable risk factors. Controllable risk factors for stroke include:
- High Blood Pressure
- Atrial Fibrillation
- High Cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Atherosclerosis
- Circulation Problems
- Tobacco Use and Smoking
- Alcohol Use
- Physical Inactivity
- Obesity
But what if you or a loved one suffer a stroke?
A new study shows that antioxidants injected into animals seven hours after a stroke can minimize the damage by as much as forty percent! The researchers found that the antioxidants work by neutralizing the damaging "free radicals" that kill brain cells after a stroke. This research is especially important because getting therapy right after a stroke is critical for minimizing damage. The antioxidants used in the study are synthetic -- and not yet available to the public.
They're also showing signs of helping with diabetes and
more research is on the way!
