Potassium-rich diet may cut risk of heart failure by 24%, study suggests
12 days ago
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- Eating potassium-rich foods like avocados, bananas, and spinach may reduce heart-related risks by 24%.
- Reducing salt intake can significantly improve heart health.
- Potassium helps remove excess salt from the bloodstream, benefiting cardiovascular health.
- Modern diets have shifted from potassium-rich to sodium-heavy, increasing health risks.
- A study involving 1,200 heart patients showed a 24% lower risk of heart conditions with increased potassium intake.
- Foods like white beets, beetroots, and cabbage are high in potassium and recommended for heart health.
- Potassium deficiency is common in Europe, with a third of UK teens and a quarter of adults at risk.
- Increasing potassium intake through fruits, vegetables, and fish is advised, but supplements should be avoided without medical supervision.