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High-Fiber Diet for Stroke PreventionFor every 7 grams per day of dietary fiber, primary stroke risk was reduced by 7% A high-fiber diet does more than lower cholesterol levels and keep you regular: it also reduces stroke risk, according to a review of the research. The meta-analysis pooled the data from eight large studies and concluded that people who get a lot of dietary fiber were less at risk of stroke. Gathering the dataThe review was published in the journal, Stroke, and included data from studies done in the US, Japan, Europe, and Australia. Although there were some important differences in study design, the researchers were able to pull all the data together and analyze it as a single set of data. A total of 327,537 people were part of the review. More fiber linked to fewer strokesThe analysis showed the following:
It’s easy to get more fiberBased on their findings, the researchers said decreasing stroke risk by 7% is easy. “To place this in context,” they said, “increasing dietary fiber intake (AOAC) by 7 grams per day is achievable, and it is equivalent to [adding] a portion of whole-meal pasta (70 grams), or a piece of fruit (apple/pear/orange) plus a serving of tomatoes each day.” Here are some other ways to increase your dietary fiber intake and reduce stroke risk:
(Stroke 2013;44: online publication) Maureen Williams, ND, completed her doctorate in naturopathic medicine at Bastyr University in Seattle and has been in private practice since 1995. With an abiding commitment to access to care, she has worked in free clinics in the US and Canada, and in rural clinics in Guatemala and Honduras where she has studied traditional herbal medicine. She currently lives and practices in Victoria, BC, and lectures and writes extensively for both professional and community audiences on topics including family nutrition, menopause, anxiety and depression, heart disease, cancer, and easing stress. Dr. Williams is a regular contributor to TraceGains Newswire. Copyright © 2024 TraceGains, Inc. All rights reserved. |