One in five women will experience a stroke. Fortunately, a new study says consuming this drink daily could reduce a women's risk.
According to the American Stroke Association (ASA), stroke is the No. 3 cause of death in women, and the condition kills more women than men. In fact, one in five women will have a stroke, the organization notes.
The American Heart Association (AHA) further explains that pregnancy, the use of birth control, and hormonal changes that occur during the years surrounding menopause can increase a woman’s risk for high blood pressure, a leading risk factor for stroke, as well as cardiovascular disease.
However, there’s also some good news: Most strokes can be prevented, those experts say. In fact, a new study published last month in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition has found that by simply drinking more tea, women may be able to lower their risk.
“Epidemiological surveys show that there is a significant gender difference in the incidence of stroke, with females having a noticeably higher rate than males. Accordingly, it is crucial to seek preventive measures for stroke specifically targeted at females,” the study authors write.
To explore the potential impact of tea on women’s stroke risk, the team analyzed data from 5,731 adult females between the ages of 20 and 60, which was recorded in the NHANES database.
“Compared to those who did not consume tea, the likelihood of stroke decreased by 9% for each additional 100 g of tea ingested by participants,” the researchers concluded. “In the unadjusted model, those who drank 307.5-480 g of tea per day had a substantially decreased risk of stroke than those who did not drink tea,” they added.
As part of the study, the researchers also looked at the association between the sugar content in tea and stroke risk. They found that women who drink their tea without sugar have a lower risk of stroke.
Previous research has shown that both green and black tea can reduce stroke risk, but green tea may be especially effective due to its high antioxidant content. In fact, a 2021 study conducted by the ASA found that stroke survivors who consumed seven or more cups of green tea per day lowered their risk of death by 62%.
Of course, there are other ways to lower your stroke risk, including quitting smoking, following a healthy diet, exercising, limiting alcohol, and curbing stress. Speak to your doctor to learn more about how to keep your own risk level low—and consider pouring yourself a sugar-free cup of tea while you wait for your appointment.
Important Notice: This article was originally published at www.thehealthy.com by Lauren Gray, where all credits are due.
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