It is the result of a complex interplay of metabolism influenced by genetic and environmental factors. One of the most important external triggers is diet, and particularly the intake of sodium chloride (table salt). It has been scientifically proven that increased sodium chloride intake increases blood pressure, while potassium normalizes it. Salt reduction and the use of potassium-enriched, sodium-reduced table salt can reduce cardiovascular mortality. In the line of fire of the criticism is usually only sodium – wrongly. According to studies, there is increasing evidence that the chloride content of sodium chloride could play a very important role in the development of high blood pressure. The citrate molecule is a suitable substitute for the chloride component in sodium chloride.
The regulation of blood pressure in salt-sensitive people can also be influenced by disturbances in the acid-base balance. Scientists found that out. Acid-forming nutrition should therefore also be responsible for high blood pressure.
Finland could serve as a positive example. In a campaign by the government there, seals for particularly low-salt and high-salt foods were introduced in cooperation with the food industry. The effects were impressive.
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