10 Signs That Indicate An Impending Stroke And Natural Solutions For The Problem

Strokes usually occur suddenly and without any warning signs. This condition happens when blood flow to the brain is cut off, thereby depriving the brain of oxygen and nutrients and leading to the death of brain cells.

It is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States, according to Stroke Association. We distinguish between two different types of strokes – ischemic and hemorrhagic. The former results from obstructions in one or more brain arteries, while the latter is the aftermath of cerebral bleeding due to leaking or a rupture in a blood vessel. These ruptures may be caused by hypertension, blood clotting issues, or physical trauma.

Stroke can affect people of any age, both men and women, however, those aged 60 or older have a higher risk of experiencing one.

Fortunately, this condition is highly preventable and by detecting its early warning signs you can successfully avoid its occurrence. These signs and symptoms can sometimes be noticeable even a month before it strikes.


Watch out for these signs to detect an impending stroke:

• Mental confusion or trouble understanding others;
• Difficulty speaking;
• Frequent severe headaches;
• Vision problems in one or both eyes;
• Pain and swelling in the feet and legs;
• Frequent hiccups (along with other symptoms)
• Weakness or paralysis in one side of the body;
• Numbness felt in one side of the body (face, arms, legs)
• Unexplained nausea and vomiting;
• Trouble walking, loss of balance or coordination.

Some of the major culprits for the occurrence of strokes include cardiovascular issues, vascular changes, alcohol abuse, drug abuse, smoking, high cholesterol levels, genetics, as well as diseases like obesity or diabetes. Nevertheless, taking preventative measures such as eating a nutritious, healthy diet, and having regular physical activities can largely contribute to reducing your risk of stroke. In addition, you should also try to cut down on sugar, alcohol and junk food, quit smoking, keep your blood pressure in check, and reduce stress levels.

Moreover, research has found that keeping your brain active and challenged by playing chess, reading books and learning new things, may also be of great benefit for stroke prevention.

The following two home remedies can serve as a great natural aid in the prevention of strokes.

Remedy #1

The popular warm lemon water is our first recommended remedy against strokes.

This simple morning beverage has an excellent amount of oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC), a measurement of antioxidant capacity or ability of foods to quench oxygen free radicals in a test tube. Higher ORAC values imply a higher antioxidant activity.

Therefore, it is best to drink warm lemon water early in the morning. Apart from this, lemon water also helps improve digestion and increase energy levels, thereby boosting immunity and inhibiting a wide range of health issues and conditions.

Lemon water preparation could not be simpler. Just fill a glass with warm water, squeeze the juice of one lemon in it, and add some lemon zest into it as well. You can also stir in a tablespoon of pure, organic honey. Diabetics are however not recommended to use honey. Stir well and consume first thing every morning to obtain best results.


Remedy #2

Note: This remedy acts as a complement to the first one.

Ingredients:

• 200 ml fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon of bitter salts

Directions & Use:
Add 200 ml of lemon juice and a teaspoon of bitter salts in a glass and stir well to combine. Consume this beverage every night before bedtime. Regular consumption of this powerful duo will trigger cell regeneration and boost the function of many internal organs. Hence this remedy taken along with the previous one will help ward off a plethora of health ailments and diseases, including cancer and stroke.

The Bottom Line

To successfully prevent strokes, you need to:

• Eat a healthy diet;
• Control your blood pressure;
• Avoid alcohol and drug abuse;
• Quit smoking;
• Maintain a healthy weight;
• Cut down on sugar and unhealthy food;
• Stay active and exercise regularly;
• Reduce stress;
• Drink warm lemon water every morning;
• Drink lemon water with bitter salts;
• Try to recognize the early symptoms of a stroke and act fast!