All articles tagged with #salt substitutes
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ScienceDaily
Research shows that less than 6% of U.S. adults with high blood pressure use salt substitutes, despite their effectiveness in reducing sodium intake and managing blood pressure, highlighting a missed opportunity for better health outcomes.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
A new study suggests that salt substitutes may lower the risk of death from heart disease and stroke, particularly in older adults at high risk. While the average American consumes 3,400 milligrams of salt per day, experts recommend a limit of 2,300 milligrams, with an ideal limit of 1,500 milligrams for most adults, especially those with high blood pressure. Diets high in sodium contribute to over 2 million deaths annually worldwide, and experts advise people to be mindful of sodium content in packaged and prepared foods. To reduce sodium intake, individuals can track their consumption, explore salt alternatives, and incorporate potassium-rich foods like leafy greens and bananas.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Medical News Today
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology suggests that using salt substitutes instead of regular table salt could significantly lower the risk of developing high blood pressure. The research found that older adults who used a salt substitute had lower incidences of high blood pressure and lower overall blood pressure compared to those who used table salt. Salt substitutes help minimize sodium intake while increasing potassium intake, both of which are associated with healthy blood pressure levels. The study indicates that salt substitutes could be a beneficial and safe option for regulating blood pressure in older adults.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Healthline
A study found that using a potassium-enriched salt substitute reduced the risk of developing high blood pressure by 40% in older adults without increasing the risk of low blood pressure episodes. This offers a promising way to lower the risk of high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. The salt substitute contained less sodium chloride and 25% potassium chloride, which doesn't raise blood pressure. The findings suggest that incorporating salt substitutes into the diet could potentially reduce the risk of hypertension and associated cardiovascular diseases without introducing additional health risks.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Cardiovascular Business
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that using salt substitutes can reduce the risk of developing hypertension by up to 40% without increasing the risk of low blood pressure. The research suggests that salt substitutes offer a promising way to maintain healthy blood pressure levels and minimize cardiovascular risks, providing a flavorful alternative to regular salt in meals. Additionally, a separate editorial in the same journal supports the use of salt substitutes over simply reducing salt intake, as the latter has proven challenging for many people to adopt as a long-term dietary change.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Hindustan Times
An international panel of experts has suggested the inclusion of low-sodium potassium-enriched salt in hypertension therapy guidelines, citing its potential to address high blood pressure and reduce the risk of stroke and heart disease. Despite evidence of its health benefits, current clinical guidelines offer incomplete and inconsistent recommendations about the use of these salt substitutes. The experts emphasize that potassium-enriched salt can be a game-changer in reducing salt intake and call for its inclusion in treatment guidelines to combat uncontrolled high blood pressure and prevent millions of strokes and heart attacks every year.