World Health Organisation data states that over 1.9 million deaths across the globe are due to overconsumption of sodium.

For the past few months, I’ve had two salt shakers in my kitchen. One is Morton Salt Substitute, which is potassium-based, and I use it for the first few shakes of salt when I’m seasoning a dish.

The proportions of sodium chloride in the salt substitutes varied from 33% to 75% and potassium ranged from 25% and 65%. For each 10% lower proportion of sodium chloride in the salt substitute, ...

We tried: Nu Salt Salt Substitute (0 mg of sodium per teaspoon). While testers said this imparted a lightly salty flavor, they couldn’t get over the bitterness.

Many are similarly unaware that products made with reduced-sodium salt do not taste different, particularly if the salt contains 30 percent or less potassium as a substitute for sodium ...

Share on Pinterest Swapping salt for potassium-enriched salt substitutes may be the best choice for people who have already experienced a stroke. Image credit: Holcy/Getty Images. Reducing sodium ...

Reducing sodium and increasing potassium intake can be a crucial strategy for minimizing the risk of stroke. Recent research indicates that using potassium-enriched salt substitutes instead of ...