Boosting Potassium, Not Just Cutting Sodium, May Be the Best Way to Lower Blood Pressure

Boosting Potassium, Not Just Cutting Sodium, May Be the Best Way to Lower Blood Pressure

Fact checked by Nick BlackmerAlexPro9500 / Getty ImagesBoosting potassium may lower blood pressure more effectively than cutting sodium alone, Potassium helps by relaxing blood vessels and assisting the kidneys in flushing out excess sodium.Good sources of potassium include bananas, lentils, potatoes, spinach, salmon, and yogurt.Adding more potassium to your diet could be an easier, more effective way to lower blood pressure than cutting salt al…

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Stronger blood pressure treatment may help older adults avoid stroke

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a silent but serious health issue. Even though it often doesn’t cause obvious symptoms, it can lead to dangerous outcomes like heart attacks, strokes, and kidney problems. It’s especially common in older adults, many of whom take medication daily to keep their blood pressure under control. Still, researchers continue […] The post Stronger blood pressure treatment may help older adults avoid stroke appeare…

Lowering high blood pressure may reduce the risk of dementia People with untreated hypertension have a 42% higher risk of developing dementia.