5 Nighttime Habits That Could Raise Your Stroke Risk

Stroke is often thought of as a sudden event, but certain everyday habits—especially at night—can quietly increase your risk. Paying attention to these behaviors and making simple adjustments may help protect your brain health.

1. Going to Bed Hungry or Skipping Dinner

Skipping meals or going to bed hungry can spike stress hormones like cortisol.

These fluctuations may impact blood pressure and increase the likelihood of clot formation during sleep.

2. Eating a Heavy, Late-Night Meal