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Get your cholesterol checked.
Having high cholesterol can increase your risk of stroke. Talk with your doctor about having your cholesterol checked. If your cholesterol is high, you can take steps to lower it.
Eat healthy.
Follow a healthy diet to help keep your blood pressure and cholesterol under control. Cut down on foods high in sodium (salt) and saturated fat. Get tips on how to eat less sodium.
Get enough sleep.
Sleep is important for staying healthy. Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that causes people’s breathing to pause during sleep. Sleep apnea increases the risk of stroke in middle-aged men and women who have gone through menopause.
Talk to a doctor or nurse if you feel like you have trouble getting enough sleep.
