Life's Essential 8

If stroke is the opponent, this is your defensive scheme.

The American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8 gives you a proven game plan to reduce your risk:

  • Manage blood pressure
  • Stay active
  • Eat smart
  • Prioritize sleep
  • Control cholesterol and blood sugar
  • Avoid tobacco
  • Maintain a healthy weight

If you don’t know them — you’re playing blind.