Lifestyle and stroke risk: a review.

摘要: PURPOSE OF REVIEW: In recent years, many epidemiological studies have given new insights into old and lifestyle factors that influence the risk of cerebrovascular events. this review, we refer to most important articles highlight advances, especially those for stroke prevention. RECENT FINDINGS: This review focuses on show association environmental factors, nutrition, alcohol, tobacco, education, behavior with vascular disease, including ischemic cerebral hemorrhage. The link between air pollution has become evident. Low education levels depression are established as factors. is also true heavy alcohol consumption, although moderate drinking may be protective. Active passive smoking independent a ban in public places already reduced cardiovascular events short term. Physical activity reduces risk; overweight increases it. However, clinical trials assess effect weight reduction still lacking. Fruits, vegetables, fish, fibers, low-fat dairy products, potassium low sodium consumption known recommended reduce risk. Data omega 3 fatty acid, folic acid B vitamins inconsistent, antioxidants not recommended. SUMMARY: Stroke can substantially by an active lifestyle, cessation healthy diet. Both professional should promote awareness nutrition potential burden stroke.