Don't forget to check out our brand new website - http://bit.ly/hmvnutr Be it any condition, a healthy diet is a road to fast recovery. Watch this video to learn more about the food groups to consume to help you get rid of Brain Stroke! ----------------------------- Brain Stroke Brain stroke usually occurs when the blood supply to the brain is hampered. This may happen when a blood vessel in the brain breaks or when a blood clot gets formed & blocks an artery in the brain. This deprives the brain of oxygen and other important nutrients. This condition leads to brain damage that affects functions such as speech, memory and movement. ----------------------------- Causes: • Diabetes • High blood pressure • High cholesterol • Heredity • Obesity • Excessive smoking ----------------------------- Food groups to consume in brain stroke: 1. Omega 3: Keeps cholesterol levels in check Foods to consume: Flax seed, soy beans and fish like salmon, mackerel & tuna 2. Fiber: Helps to reduce cholesterol levels Foods to consume: Oats, brown rice, millets, papaya, apples, kiwis and guava, tomatoes, carrots, beetroot, broccoli, bell peppers, almonds, walnuts, flax seeds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds 3. Low fat foods: Help reduce weight Foods to consume: Egg whites, yogurt, cottage cheese, skinless chicken, olive oil, rice bran oil & sunflower oil 4. Potassium: Keeps blood pressure in control Foods to consume: Bananas, dates, oranges, pomegranate, figs, avocados, mangoes and muskmelon 5. Antioxidants: Protects cells from damage & improves oxygen supply Foods to consume: Spinach, alfalfa sprouts, carrots, eggplant, raisins, berries, plums, red grapes and cherries ----------------------------- Tips: • Avoid processed and salty foods in order to keep your blood pressure in check. • Avoid refined foods, butter, bakery products, fried & ready ready to eat foods and red meat • Make sure to exercise at least 30-45 minutes every day to keep your weight under control ----------------------------- SUBSCRIBE TO HOMEVEDA NUTRITION: http://www.youtube.com/user/homevedanutrition?sub_confirmation=1 JOIN US ON FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/homeveda FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: http://twitter.com/homeveda ----------------------------- The above recipes have been developed in consultation with a nutritionist. However, these are not intended as a substitute for the medical advice of a trained health professional. All matters regarding your health require medical supervision. Consult your physician before adopting the suggestions in this video, as well as about any condition that may require diagnosis or medical attention. Refer to the terms of use on our website http://www.homeveda.com.