The World Health Organization (WHO) recently release new guidelines that revealed that K-salt can reduce risk of chronic conditions like hypertension.
Some evidence suggest that K salts can reduce sodium content in foods by about 30 per cent without compromising on taste.
To reduce blood pressure and risk of cardiovascular diseases, WHO has recommended reducing sodium intake to less than 2 g/day (strong recommendation).
WHO’s new dietary guidelines suggest replacing regular table salt with potassium-enriched alternatives can reduce sodium levels without compromising taste.
According to WHO, these substitutes, which combine potassium chloride, magnesium sulphate, and calcium chloride, are already available in global markets
Following the WHO announcement, health experts applauded the UN Health body for its new guidelines.
Interestingly, K-Salts not only brings out sodium consumptions, it also increases the intake of potassium.
Studies suggest that potassium consumption, even in isolation, can significantly reduce blood pressure.