Which of the following is part of stroke prevention?

• A. Low fat/heart healthy diet
• B. Stop smoking
• C. Control hypertension
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Stroke prevention relies on modifying factors that drive cerebrovascular disease. A heart-healthy, low-fat diet helps control cholesterol, weight, and blood pressure, reducing atherosclerosis and the likelihood of ischemic stroke. Quitting smoking removes a major source of vascular injury and clotting risk, lowering overall stroke risk. Controlling hypertension directly reduces the pressure stress on cerebral vessels, markedly decreasing both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke risk. Since each of these actions contributes to lowering stroke risk, including all of them provides comprehensive prevention, making the combined approach the best choice.