[header] How to develop habits to ward off strokes [title] Eat right. [step] A healthy diet can help decrease your chances of having a stroke, even if it doesn't help you lose weight. However, it's likely that making healthier choices will help you shed pounds, as well. 
The key is to eat a balanced diet overall, focused on healthy food choices. [substeps] Make sure you are choosing lean proteins, such as skinless chicken, fish, or beans.