That headline is too absolute. There isn’t a set of 15 foods that can guarantee someone will avoid a stroke. However, diet can meaningfully reduce stroke risk—particularly by helping control high blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and weight. High blood pressure is the most important controllable stroke risk factor.
15 foods worth eating more often
- Leafy greens — spinach, kale, mustard greens
- Broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables
- Tomatoes
- Berries — blueberries, strawberries, etc.
- Citrus fruits — oranges, grapefruit, lemons
- Apples
- Beans and lentils
- Oats
- Whole-grain breads and cereals
