
Large-scale scientific reviews have determined there's no reason for people with normal
blood pressure to restrict their sodium intake. Now, if you already have high
blood pressure, you may be "salt sensitive." As a result, reducing the amount of salt you eat could be helpful.
However, it's been known for the past 20 years that people with high blood pressure who don't want to lower their salt intake can simply consume more potassium-containing foods. Why?