isn’t appropriate for everyone.
The current hypertension guideline specifically cautions that people with chronic kidney disease or medications that reduce potassium excretion may require potassium monitoring.
So don’t start high-dose potassium supplements simply to lower your blood pressure.
Small Changes Can Add Up
You don’t have to change everything in one day.
You might start by taking a short daily walk.
Then begin checking sodium labels.
Next, add more vegetables to meals and work on your sleep schedule.
NHLBI specifically recommends making lifestyle changes gradually—adding another healthy habit after you’ve
