A Finnish study reveals a link between sodium intake, the main component of salt, and obesity. Women appear to be ...

When CKD goes undetected and is not treated appropriately, the condition progresses to end-stage renal disease (ESRD), ...

While cutting back on salt intake has long been a mainstay in treating high blood pressure, new research suggests that upping ...

High sodium intake is linked to greater obesity risk, particularly in women, even when it comes from everyday foods. New ...

Potassium-rich foods can lower blood pressure by aiding kidney function, with effects varying between men and women.

Increasing the ratio of potassium to sodium in the diet may be more effective for lowering blood pressure than simply ...

Recent research says potassium-rich foods like bananas might be more effective at controlling hypertension than simply ...

A new study suggests managing dietary potassium by eating more bananas could be a more effective strategy for lowering blood ...

Controlling dietary potassium by eating more bananas could be key to lowering blood pressure rather than just reducing sodium ...

Reducing dietary sodium and following the DASH diet each lower 10-year risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, with ...