Sunday, October 23, 2011

5 Foods That Can Trigger a Stroke


Few things feel more terrifying and random than a stroke, which can strike without warning. And fear of stroke -- when a blood vessel in or leading to the brain bursts or is blocked by a blood clot, starving brain cells of oxygen and nutrients -- is well founded. After all, stroke is the number-three killer in the U.S., affecting more than 700,000 people each year. Here are five foods that cause the damage that leads to stroke.

1. Crackers, chips, and store-bought pastries and baked goods

2. Smoked and processed meats

3. Diet soda

4. Red meat

5. Canned soup and prepared foods

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