Researchers at Wageningen University have found that increasing the intake of potassium, while systematically decreasing the intake of sodium could be important in preventing high blood pressure. This study, that spanned 21 countries, including the US, found that our potassium intake which varies between 1.7 and 3.7g a day is considerably less than the 4.7g a day recommended to gain more positive health effects. How do we increase our potassium? Exactly, you guessed right! Eat more of the foods we all love - fruits and vegetables, and less of the foods we all hate - breads, snacks, pizza, exotic sauces, fast foods, and processed foods. Of course, as with everything, don't only use this information as a foundation for your epiphany. Proper diet, exercise, and lifestyle are always to be incorporated - as well as, seeing your doctor regularly if you want to lead a long healthy life. ;-)
The full article can be found at: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/200920.php
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