Guest guest Posted May 1, 2000 Report Share Posted May 1, 2000 Hi B, This is one reason, but no, it is not the *only* reason. Researchers suggest a dietary intake of potassium to salt to be 10 times higher than the average american intake. Studies show that in people with hypertension, salt reduction alone doesn't improve BP control...it needs to be accompanied by an increase in potassium. Yes, there is need for cuation when supplementing K (much more so than other supplements), hence the need to speak with doc. I would not suggest people go out and take potassium without doctor supervision. I don't feel that's prudent. But I *do* feel it is something worth raising with doc because of potential benefits/possible deficiencies. ;o) Cheryl > it is used for people with high bp often because they are on diuretics which > are NOT potassium sparing...in an attempt to lower the blood pressure by > reducing the circulating blood volume.. > so the need is to replace potassium that is voided out of the body along with > the urine...people taking potassium supplements have to be very > careful...hyperkalemia can cause serious heart arrythmias and result in > death.... > anyone on supplements have to be careful about additional potassium intake > from food...usually not a problem...but it can be Bernadette > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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