Researchers from the U.S. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute found that people who in normal circumstances have a high blood pressure, increased risk of heart disease by 24 percent against any increase in sodium levels in their bodies as reported from myrecipes, Tuesday (1/5 / 2012).
One of the functions of potassium is to help transmit nerve impulses that affect the heart rate. Adequate intake of potassium is essential for those who have high blood pressure, heart failure, or problems in the heart rate.
While you can not treat or prevent heart disease just by adequate intake of potassium alone, but many studies have shown that the potassium needs of huge benefit for heart health. In one study noted that people with high blood pressure who take potassium supplements can lower systolic blood pressure by about 8 points.
But you should not take potassium pills for heart-healthy benefits. Fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy foods may help reduce systolic blood pressure lower by more than 10 points in people with high blood pressure.
Make sure your potassium needs met by eating more fruits and vegetables. Pick the fruits and vegetables contain high potassium, low sodium, saturated fat free and cholesterol may help lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels to reduce the risk of heart disease.
