How to Recognize a Stroke and How to Prevent One

In this episode, Dr. Tolulope Olabintan is joined by neurologist Dr. Ganana Tesfa, a physician with over 35 years of experience, to discuss how to recognize and prevent strokes. Dr. Tesfa explains what a stroke is, the critical warning signs using the BE FAST acronym, and why time is crucial when symptoms appear. The conversation highlights major risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, and lifestyle habits, while emphasizing the powerful role of diet, exercise, sleep, and moderation in preventing stroke. Dr. Tesfa also shares practical encouragement, reminding viewers that most strokes are preventable and that small lifestyle changes—taken one step at a time—can significantly improve long-term brain health and overall well-being. 💡 Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and share this with others to help spread these valuable health tips! ✋ ✨ Connect with Dr. Olabintan: 👆 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_olabintanmd 👆 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/livingspringmedicals 👆 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tolulope-olabintan-md-faafp-dipablm-a7630a182/ 👆 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_olabintanmd/ 👆 Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/livingspringmedicals/livingspring-echoes   ✨ Connect with Dr. Ganana: 👆 Website: https://mansfieldneurology.com/ 👆 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ganana-tesfa-069714122