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Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. For the past few ...

The negative health effects linked to salt, such as the increased likelihood of high blood pressure or strokes, are often, research suggests, largely down to the presence of sodium. Many of the new ...

Share on Pinterest Swapping salt for potassium-enriched salt substitutes may be the best choice for people who have already experienced a stroke. Image credit: Holcy/Getty Images. Reducing sodium and ...

Group of international experts advocates for a crucial change in hypertension treatment guidelines, urging the inclusion of recommendations for low-sodium potassium-enriched salt to enhance high blood ...

What's a good alternative to salt? Learn why potassium chloride could be healthier, but there are some risks. In January 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) released new guidelines recommending ...

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major health concern worldwide Using potassium-enriched salt is a simple and effective measure to lower blood pressure Potassium helps relax blood vessels ...