FORT SMITH, Ark. – This month’s stroke support group meeting at Baptist Health-Fort Smith will focus on the power of food.
Gena Pierce, MS, RD, LD, of Baptist Health Nutrition Counseling Center, will discuss key nutrients you can consume to reduce your stroke risk by improving blood pressure, reducing inflammation and improving cardiovascular health.
“One example we’ll discuss is potassium which may help lower blood pressure,” Pierce said. “Consuming foods rich in potassium like leafy greens, beans, nuts, and certain fruits can help your body counteract sodium, which can raise your blood pressure.”
The meeting will be held Friday, Feb. 14, at 9 a.m., in the Baptist Health Classroom on the first floor of Baptist Health-Fort Smith, 1001 Towson Ave. These meetings are open to all members of the community, not just Baptist Health patients.
Use the link to join virtually: Baptist-Health.co/BHFSStroke.
Each month will feature a different topic related to stroke or post-stroke care to give those who have been personally affected by stroke or are interested in the topic the chance to learn more. A complete list of meeting dates can be found at Baptist-Health.com under Classes & Resources or call (479) 441-4205.
About Baptist Health
For more than a century, Baptist Health has delivered all our best in health care through Christian compassion and innovative services. Baptist Health, Arkansas’ most comprehensive health care organization, is here For You. For Life. – with more than 250 points of access that include 12 hospitals; urgent care centers; a senior living community; over 100 primary and specialty care clinics; a college with studies in nursing and allied health; and a graduate residency program. It is also the largest private not-for-profit health care organization based in Arkansas, providing care through the support of approximately 11,000 employees, groundbreaking treatments, renowned physicians and community outreach programs. For more information about Baptist Health, visit Baptist-Health.com, call Baptist Health HealthLine at 1-888-BAPTIST or download the myBaptistHealth app.