Swapping in some potassium had an important effect in Peruvian villages
Article from: medpagetoday.com, Salt Substitute Shakes Up Hypertension in Community Trial
Tag: Salt
High-salt diet may kill off ‘good’ gut bacteria
Eating too much salt is known to increase blood pressure. Researchers recently discovered that this might be due to salt’s impact on gut bacteria.”
Original Article: High-salt diet may kill off ‘good’ gut bacteria
Pass the salt: Study finds average consumption safe for heart health: Public health strategies should be based on best evidence
New research shows that for the vast majority of individuals, sodium consumption does not increase health risks except for those who eat more than five grams a day, the equivalent of 2.5 teaspoons of salt.
When Food Firms Cut The Salt, What Do They Put In Instead?
Too much salty goodness isn’t great for health. Food companies looking to cut the sodium while keeping the flavor have a promising candidate: potassium chloride. But it’s far from perfect.
Source: When Food Firms Cut The Salt, What Do They Put In Instead?
Want to Avoid Salt? Turn Up the Spice
If your taste buds lean toward spicy, you might be doing your heart a favor, new research suggests.