Paralysis is a health problem that affects the whole life and can cause disability and death if not intervened correctly. It is very important to eat right and exercise to reduce the risk of stroke. Experts have identified foods that can cause stroke in their research. Dr. According to Shireen Kassam, the “main foods” that can predispose you to stroke are processed meat and red meat.
EVEN 50 grams can increase the risk of stroke.
Processed meat includes classics like sausage and ham, while red meat refers to beef.
Research published in the European Heart Journal has also highlighted this risk. Examining more than 400,000 participants from nine countries, the study identified foods linked to an increased risk of both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. Worse, just 50 grams of red and processed meat consumed per day was linked to a 14 percent higher risk of ischemic stroke.
MORE RESEARCH NEEDED
However, Dr. Kassam noted that this is just one study and its results need to be verified before any conclusions can be drawn. “Furthermore, this risk was eliminated when the results were adjusted for consumption of other foods such as fruits and vegetables, meaning that consumption of red and processed meat reflected a lack of fruit and vegetables in the diet and poor nutritional quality.”
CONNECTED WITH CANCER AND HEART DISEASES
Although more research is needed in this area, red and processed meat are linked to numerous health problems, from cancer to heart disease. Dr. Kassam said: “There is really no safe limit to the dose effect for these unhealthy foods and beverages, such that the more you consume, the higher the risk.
“If you’re going to eat red and processed meat, keep it to a minimum and make sure you’re eating plenty of fruit and vegetables. However, it’s best to avoid red and processed meat, and this advice is supported by important international guidelines.” To keep your stroke risk to a minimum, the doctor recommended replacing these meats with healthy fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts, and seeds.
