Module

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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What you'll learn

  • 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

Check your understanding

A few untimed questions. Pick an answer to see instant feedback, then continue to the next lesson.

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. AHA/ASA logo
  2. American Heart Association logo
    American Heart Association
    Healthy eating