10 Foods That Increase Stroke Risk and 10 That Protect Against It

Diet Soft Drinks

While often marketed as a healthier alternative to sugary sodas, diet soft drinks contain artificial sweeteners that have been linked to an increased risk of stroke. A study in Stroke found that people who drank diet sodas daily were nearly three times as likely to have a stroke compared to those who avoided them. These sweeteners may negatively affect metabolism and blood vessel function.

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