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Stroke Awareness Month

Stroke Awareness Month
Key Points

High blood pressure

Numbness or weakness of face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body

Detoxification

What is a Stroke?

Lifestyle factors that play a larger role than we may realize:

  • High blood pressure
  • Regular use of tobacco products
  • Having high blood cholesterol levels
  • Heavy use of alcohol
  • Lack of regular exercise
  • A diet that is high in fat, but low in fiber, fruits, and veggies

What are the Warning Signs?

  • Numbness or weakness of face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body
  • Drooping of the face, especially on one side
  • Trouble with speech, slurring of words or inability to speak at all
  • Problems with eyesight in one or both eyes
  • Difficulties with walking, balance, and coordination
  • Dizziness or severe headache

How can we help?

  • Detoxification
  • Holistic Nutrition
  • Neutraceuticals and Supplements
  • IV Therapy
  • Stress Resilience and Mindfulness
  • Coronary disease
  • Myocardial  Infarction
  • Bypass Surgery
  • Stents
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Hypertension
  • Abnormal Cholesterol
  • Cardio-oncology
  • & More!
This article was reviewed by Dr. Regina Druz, MD, MBA, FACC, FMCP-M — Board-Certified Integrative Cardiologist at Holistic Heart Centers, Roslyn, NY. This content is for educational purposes and does not substitute personalized medical advice.

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