New research says this is how you could balance your salt intake to keep blood pressure healthy.

Most of us have heard the advice: “Cut back on salt if you have high blood pressure.” But what if the solution isn’t just about eating less sodium, but also about eating more potassium? Study: ...

High blood pressure is one of the leading causes of heart attack and stroke, and salt is a major culprit. But what if you ...

Dear Doctors: My blood pressure is on the edge of the normal range. My doctor wants me to think about something called the DASH diet. What is that? I want to stay healthy, but I know myself: If I ...

Simply restricting sodium may not be enough to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease-associated mortality, according to US researchers — eating more potassium may also play role. High sodium ...

Americans have a salt problem, consuming much more than the body needs for nerve and muscle function and maintaining a proper balance of fluids. According to the Food and Drug Administration, ...

Getting enough potassium helps maintain healthy blood pressure and may lower risks of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. A higher potassium intake may also reduce risks of kidney stones, ...