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Hypertension guidelines do not include potassium-enriched salt

An international panel of experts published a suggestion in the scientific journal Hypertension published by the American Heart Association, calling for the inclusion of low-sodium potassium-enriched salt in hypertension therapy guidelines. Read further on Dynamite News:

Chinese Carmakers Begin Mass Rollout of Sodium-Ion Battery-Powered EVs

Chinese Carmakers Begin Mass Rollout of Sodium-Ion Battery-Powered EVs

First batch of mini electric vehicles powered by the potential lithium-ion alternative roll off the production line at two companies

‘People eat two or three packets a day’: how instant noodles took over the world

‘People eat two or three packets a day’: how instant noodles took over the world

High-salt, processed noodles have become a favourite cheap meal, especially in developing countries, but nutritionists warn of the health costs

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Panera unveils surprising ranking of healthiest to unhealthiest soups!

Discover the healthiest and unhealthiest soups on Panera Bread's menu! From Turkey Chili to Broccoli Cheddar, find out which soups to indulge in and which ...

Are electrolyte powders good for you? What nutrition experts want you to know before taking any hydration supplement

Few studies have been conducted on the effects of these electrolyte powders and other hydration supplements.

Are Sodium-Ion Batteries Dead On Arrival? An Expert Weighs In

We spoke to an energy storage expert for insights into the potential of sodium-ion batteries as an alternative to lithium-ion.

Salty much? These brain cells decide when tasty becomes blech

Scientists say two separate brain circuits control how much salt we consume.

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Reducing Salt Intake Lowers Blood Pressure, Comparable To Medications

Reducing Salt Intake Lowers Blood Pressure, Comparable To Medications

New research shows that even patients on blood pressure drugs can further lower their readings by cutting back on salt.

Got Hypertension? Study Says Taking 1 Teaspoon Less Salt Daily Is As Effective As Pressure Medications

Got Hypertension? Study Says Taking 1 Teaspoon Less Salt Daily Is As Effective As Pressure Medications

The study suggests that by lowering salt intake, nearly everyone, including those on medications for hypertension, can reduce their blood pressure.

Low salt intake nearly kills 60-year-old, doctors advise normal salt consumption

Low salt intake nearly kills 60-year-old, doctors advise normal salt consumption

60-yr-old Mr. Maneesh was rushed to ER in unconscious state. Blood test revealed hyponatremia due to insufficient salt intake & use of BP meds. ICMR report showed Indian daily salt intake 8g, exceeding WHO's 5g recommendation.

Should I worry about my salt intake?

Should I worry about my salt intake?

Salt, AKA sodium chloride, has been used to preserve food and enhance flavours for thousands of years. Can it really be a health hazard?

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Brooke Shields suffered a seizure after drinking too much water. What you need to know about water toxicity, a potentially fatal condition

Brooke Shields suffered a seizure after drinking too much water. What you need to know about water toxicity, a potentially fatal condition

The 58-year-old ”Suddenly Susan” star was “drinking so much water” and didn’t realize that her sodium levels were low.

The Most Delicious Holiday Meat Is a Miracle of Modern Science

The Most Delicious Holiday Meat Is a Miracle of Modern Science

Here’s what you need to know about the science behind ham, and how the curing process affects everything from the way your dinner tastes to how long it lasts in your fridge.

Astronaut captures image of a glowering 'skull' lurking in a giant volcanic pit in the Sahara

Astronaut captures image of a glowering 'skull' lurking in a giant volcanic pit in the Sahara

NASA has released a new image of an eerie, cranium-shaped caldera in the Sahara Desert, which looks like it is staring right at the orbiting camera.

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How sodium-ion batteries could make electric cars cheaper

Cars that burn petrol and diesel must be replaced with renewable alternatives if the climate crisis is to be overcome. Electric vehicles (EVs) are widely viewed as the best option available.

Salt-powered cars could save the world

Manufacturers need to figure out a way to make EVs cheaper if they are going to capture the bottom end of the market and chase cheap fossil-fuel vehicles off the road. That’s where sodium-ion batteries come in.

Fried rice that packs spice, not salt

After the doctor told me to cut down on sodium, I knew I needed to rethink my old takeout go-to

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Try fresh herbs in place of salt

Just as many of us have learned to prefer a few extra shakes of salt on our food, research suggests we can retrain our taste buds to be satisfied with less.

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Knotty and nice: Jurgen Krauss’s homemade soft pretzel recipe

There is no better snack after a long shopping spree through Jurgen Krauss’s hometown of Freiburg than a soft pretzel. Here’s how to make one at home, says Prudence Wade

The pros and cons of instant mashed potatoes for backpacking

If you’re heading out on a backpacking trip, should you stock up on instant mashed potatoes, or will they just take up room in your backpack?

How much water is too much water? Here's the amount you really need to drink, according to experts

Drinking too much water in a short amount of time can be fatal.

8 healthy fast food picks for when you're eating on the go

Too much saturated fat, sugar, and sodium is linked to heart disease.

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Woman says she was hospitalised after attempting ‘75 Hard’ challenge

‘Even walking to the bathroom was so much energy to exert,’ she says of her symptoms

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Train delays, minor quakes and very naughty dolphins – take the Thursday quiz

Fifteen questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?

Salty 'peanut' asteroid may reveal where Earth got its water

Tiny salt grains discovered in samples returned by the Hayabusa mission could indicate that the largest population of space rocks in the solar system is more watery than previously thought.

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