New mathematical model demonstrates ratio of potassium to sodium intake key to regulating blood pressure.
New mathematical model demonstrates ratio of potassium to sodium intake key to regulating blood pressure.
New research from the University of Waterloo suggests increasing the ratio of dietary potassium to sodium intake may be more effective for lowering blood pressure than simply reducing sodium intake.
High blood pressure affects over 30 per cent of adults globally. It's the leading cause of coronary heart disease and stroke and may also lead to other afflictions like chronic kidney disease, heart failure, irregular heartbeats, and dementia.
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