Salt Substitutes Significantly Lower High Blood Pressure Risk, Study Finds

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Using salt substitutes to reduce regular salt intake may help lower high blood pressure, research suggests. Image for illustration purposes
Using salt substitutes to reduce regular salt intake may help lower high blood pressure, research suggests. Image for illustration purposes
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  • Excess salt consumption is a known risk factor for developing high blood pressure.
  • New research shows swapping regular table salt for a salt substitute could helpregulate blood pressure in older adults.
  • Salt substitutes help minimize sodium intake while increasing potassium intake, both of which are associated with healthy blood pressure levels.

Overconsumption of salt is a global driver of cardiovascular disease and high blood pressure.

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