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Heart-healthy eating after stroke — 10 simple swaps (no diet perfection)

A practical ‘10 simple swaps’ nutrition module aligned with heart-healthy patterns: add fiber, reduce excess salt, choose healthier fats, and make it doable with fatigue (no medical nutrition therapy).

Secondary PreventionCaregiver, SurvivorIntro12 minPlain (6–8)

Educational only

Educational only — individual nutrition needs vary; coordinate with clinicians/dietitians for diabetes, kidney disease, or dysphagia.

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Key takeaways

  • Apply 10 simple food swaps that support vascular health
  • Build one default grocery list
  • Use a non-judgmental ‘one change’ plan

10 swaps

  • Whole grains
  • More vegetables
  • Less sugary drinks
  • Healthier snacks
  • Lower-sodium choices

Fatigue-friendly strategies

  • Frozen veggies
  • Batch cooking
  • Simple breakfast

Practice check

What you’ll practice

These questions are untimed. After you answer all of them, you’ll see your score and a clear next lesson or reference step.

0 of 2 answered

Question 1

1. Small, repeatable changes can be more sustainable than strict diets.

Question 2

2. A heart-healthy swap is…

References

  1. Tier 1
    AHA/ASA 2021 Secondary Prevention Guideline (dietary pattern concepts)
  2. Tier 4
    American Heart Association: Healthy eating basics