Landmark study reveals two common eating habits driving an alarming rise in deadly strokes READ MORE: The subtle signs of stroke you've probably never heard of By Emily Stearn, Health Reporter For Mailonline Published: 09:36, 19 September 2024 | Updated: 09:55, 19 September 2024 e-mail View comments Two common eating habits could be driving an alarming rise in debilitating strokes, a landmark study suggests. Experts found consuming fizzy drinks and a diet low in Omega-6, a type of fat that is vital for health, were among 23 factors which are behind eight in ten stroke cases. Air pollution, high blood pressure, smoking, sedentary lifestyle and high cholesterol were others identified by the scientists.
Between 1990 and 2021, the number of people suffering the medical emergency rose 70 per cent. Fatal strokes increased 44 per cent. Experts said the study, published in the prestigious journal, The Lancet Neurology, provides 'tremendous' hope that the condition can be tackled with lifestyle changes.
World leading experts found two risk factors — fizzy drinks and a diet low in Omega-6 — are among 23 factors, which combined are behind 84 per cent of cases globally. Fizzy drink Coca Cola is pictured above although the research did not name any brands Stroke symptoms are commonly remembered under this four-letter acronym, FAST, which stands for Face, Arms, Speech and Time. Other - just as common - tell-tale signs of a looming stroke, often fall under the radar.
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