A study found that potassium supplements in salt can significantly reduce stroke recurrence and death risks, aligning with the World Health Organization’s recommendation to use potassium-enriched salt for heart health. High sodium and low potassium intake are key stroke risk factors. Researchers from China, Australia, and the UK led a clinical trial with 15,249 stroke survivors in China, showing that potassium salt substitutes offer a unique therapeutic option for stroke patients.
Participants used either a salt substitute, containing 75% sodium chloride and 25% potassium chloride, or regular salt. Published in JAMA Cardiology, the study revealed a 14% decrease in recurrent stroke for the potassium substitute group compared to the regular salt group, with a total of 2,735 recurrent stroke events. Haemorrhagic stroke saw a 30% reduction, stroke-related deaths decreased by 21%, and no significant difference in hyperkalemia was found. The researchers emphasized the safety and effectiveness of salt substitution in lowering stroke recurrence and death risks, highlighting the potential for widespread adoption as a cost-effective intervention for stroke patients.
The WHO suggests K-salt over table salt for better health, as it may lower hypertension and related risks, including CVDs and kidney disease. This change could also reduce the chance of gastric cancer, as high sodium intake contributes to various health issues. The organization reports 80 Lakh deaths annually due to poor diet, with 19 lakh linked to excessive sodium consumption.
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