Strokes affect over 150,000 people a year in the UK, so no wonder more and more prevention measures are being taken in order to cut down on the risk.
Whether it's in the form of a simple diet change or a 30 minute walk a day, there is always something we can do for our heart health.
Watch the video to find out the perks of a half hour stroll.
Top Tips To Prevent A Stroke:
- Diet - cutting out saturated fat
- Exercise - 150 minutes a week
- Quit smoking - puffing away doubles the risk of a stroke
- Manage your alcohol - heavy drinking increases the risk of a stroke by three times
(Source: NHS)