Hello good night to all steemian friends, how are you today? Hopefully everyone is still in good health and always under the protection of Allah SWT so that they can carry out all activities well. ![1000203334.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmSR5ZKud7xirzyFRJ25NwybFQ4dkyXzrsXcu7sGysuNgk/1000203334.jpg) [***Source***](https://pixabay.com/id/illustrations/stroke-otak-peredaran-darah-3233778/) Stroke is a disease caused by blocked blood flow to the brain or sudden brain hemorrhage. Various factors can increase the risk of stroke and can occur in anyone and at any age, both adults and children. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, factors that cause stroke include family history, genes, age, and gender. Genetic conditions and age factors can increase the risk of stroke in general. However, many other factors can increase the risk and we can control or prevent them, such as lifestyle. Here are some daily habits that you may not realize can increase the risk of stroke: **Consuming foods high in sugar** Consuming foods high in sugar and processed carbohydrates can increase the risk of diabetes. Diabetes mellitus is an independent risk factor for stroke, which is associated with a 2-fold increase in risk. Stroke is known to cause 20 percent of all deaths in people with diabetes. ![1000203333.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmdnPPvwp5DouQHgvhdpTQ8rYTSLAY5vh5FZede21jj9AS/1000203333.jpg) [***Source***](https://pixabay.com/id/photos/rokok-perokok-bukan-perokok-tangan-3564364/) **Smoking** Smoking is one of the habits that can increase the risk of various diseases, including stroke and heart disease. Quitting smoking will reduce the risk quickly, and the excess risk almost disappears 2 to 4 years after quitting. Smoking can also damage the heart and blood vessels, increasing the risk of stroke. **Alcohol consumption** Light and moderate alcohol consumption has been reported to be associated with a lower risk of ischemic stroke. While higher amounts are clearly associated with a greater risk of stroke. Alcohol consumption has a linear relationship with the risk of ICH (bleeding in the brain tissue). **Unhealthy diet** Unhealthy diet combined with inactive behavior can lead to obesity or overweight. Most of the impact of body mass index on stroke risk is mediated by blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose concentrations. ![1000203332.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmSdXXjGdhfAkJt2UaqrW52apg6iKgjeHuHJ4iUraeNjhh/1000203332.jpg) [***Source***](https://pixabay.com/id/photos/frambos-gula-sendok-makanan-imut-4599580/) **Lazy to move and exercise** Being physically active is good for your heart and brain. People who are inactive have a higher risk of heart disease and stroke. People who are physically inactive have a higher risk of stroke and overall stroke mortality than those who are active. Laziness to exercise also increases the risk of obesity which is a risk factor for stroke. Regards, @fadlymatch