Stroke - Substances that Cause
These Substances may Increase the Risk of Stroke
Alkaloids
Pseudoephedrine may occasionally cause Stroke. [1]
Amino Acids
Excessive accumulation of Homocysteine may significantly increase the risk of Stroke. [2]
Enzymes
Elevated levels of Lipoprotein-Associated Phospholipase A2 (Lp-PLA2) increase the risk of (ischemic) Stroke. [3]
Hormones
Elevated serum Estradiol levels (in males) may increase their risk of Stroke. [4]
Lipids
Excessive consumption of Linoleic Acid may increase the risk of Stroke. [5]
Elevated levels of Lipoprotein (a) may increase the risk of (thrombotic) Stroke (due to Lipoprotein (a) inhibiting the ability of Blood Clots to dissolve). [6]
Excessive consumption of Long-Chain Saturated Fatty Acids may cause Strokes.
Elevated serum Triglycerides levels may increase the risk of (ischemic) Stroke. [7]
Microorganisms
Helicobacter pylori infection may be associated with an increased risk of Stroke. [8]
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