Inadequate access to affordable, nutritious food may increase stroke risk factors

https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2017-02/aha-iat021517.php

Public Release: 23-Feb-2017
Inadequate access to affordable, nutritious food may increase stroke risk factors
Session P25 - Poster TP183
American Heart Association

Food insecurity - the state of being without reliable access to adequate amounts of affordable, nutritious food - is a common issue and may lead to increased stroke risk factors, such as diabetes and high blood pressure, according to research presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2017.

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