
Salt vs. Potassium
Nutrition Facts with Dr. Greger
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Do Salt Substitutes Really Lower Blood Pressure?
Ten studies show that swapping in some potassium chloride for regular salt can lead to significant reductions in blood pressure. But does it actually decrease the incidence of hygh pretension and, more importantly, disease m points like stroke of mortality? You don't know until you put it to the test and randomize control trial. China is perfect because up to 75 % of their sodium intake comes from salt they add in the home kitchen or dining room. Most sodium in the american diet comes pre packaged in the meat and process foods we buy. Though certainly the food companies could switch over themselves.
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