Infographic: Eating Fruits & Veggies Lowers Stroke Risk

A study published in May of 2014 indicated that eating more fruits and vegetables could lower the world’s risk of a stroke. Below is an infographic produced by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association to give awareness to why fruits and veggies are so important for our diets. The infographic details the recommended servings per day, the essential nutrients for heart health, and how fruits and vegetables lower blood pressure to improve small vessel function.

 

See infographic here: www.strokeassociation.org