What is the effect of potassium-enriched salt on cardiovascular mortality and medical expenses of elderly men?
The effect of potassium-enriched salt on cardiovascular mortality and medical expenses of elderly men was studied in a 2006 study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. The study concluded that the intake of potassium-enriched salt had a beneficial effect on cardiovascular mortality, and that there was also a reduction in medical expenses among elderly men. Additionally, other studies have also shown that an increased intake of potassium-enriched salt can reduce the risk of stroke in hypertensive rats, as well as lower blood pressure in both normotensive and hypertensive elderly subjects. Finally, a 2001 study found that reducing dietary sodium and following the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet can also have a positive effect on blood pressure.  