It warns about four beverages or drinking habits: large amounts of ice-cold water when overheated, sugary carbonated drinks, excessive alcohol, and very strong tea on an empty stomach. These may place extra strain on blood pressure, metabolism, or the cardiovascular system in susceptible people.
Sugary soft drinks can contribute to obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, and abnormal cholesterol, while excessive alcohol can affect blood pressure, heart rhythm, and blood vessels. Strong tea may also temporarily stimulate the cardiovascular system because of its caffeine content.
The article recommends drinking enough plain water, limiting sugary drinks and alcohol, maintaining a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and monitoring blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol. It also stresses that these drinks do not directly cause a stroke by themselves, but unhealthy habits can contribute to overall risk.
