Youtube Account: Dr Eric Westman

5 Minutes Every Morning Reduces Your Stroke Risk by 80%

Could a few simple changes to your morning routine help lower your risk of stroke? Dr. Eric Westman reacts to research on morning habits linked with better cardiovascular health, including slow breathing, walking, potassium intake, coffee and green tea, and checking for an irregular heartbeat. Some of these habits may help improve important stroke risk factors such as blood pressure and cardiovascular fitness. Dr. Westman also breaks down the difference between observational evidence and randomized clinical trials, explains the importance of atrial fibrillation, and discusses how insulin resistance, sugar intake and metabolic health fit into stroke prevention. Chapters 00:00 Simple ways to reduce stroke risk 00:52 Start your morning with this? 01:17 Citrus and stroke prevention 01:43 Ass…