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- Potassium May Protect Against Stroke
If you’re eating lots of potassium-rich fruits and vegetables such as bananas, tomatoes, potatoes, and raisins, along with beans, dairy foods and nuts, you may be less likely to suffer a stroke than those whose diets provide less potassium. This finding comes from a review of 11 international studies that followed more than 247,000 adults for up to 19 years. The investigators found that for every 1,640 milligram increase in daily potassium intake, the odds of suffering a stroke dropped by 21 percent. Although potassium helps lower blood pressure, results of earlier studies have been inconsistent on whether or not a diet providing plenty of potassium protects against strokes and heart problems. This review didn’t find a strong link between potassium intake and lowered risk of heart disease, and doesn’t conclusively prove that potassium intake alone accounts for the lower stroke risk seen. The difference could be due to healthier habits among those whose diets were high in potassium, or from other healthy micronutrients in the fruits and vegetables. The study was published in the March 8, 2011, issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.More on potassium.
- Tasting Metal in Your Mouth?
A metallic taste in the mouth is a surprisingly common complaint. While there are a variety of causes, the most typical are related to medications and dental issues. If you are experiencing a metallic taste in your mouth, try the following: - Look at your meds. Discuss any you are taking with your physician to rule out ones that may contribute to the problem at hand.
- Get a thorough general checkup to rule out any undiagnosed health problems.
- Visit your dentist to address any dental health issues such as gum disease or previous dental work that needs to be repaired.
- Practice good oral hygiene – brush and floss your teeth carefully at least twice a day and use a tongue scraper to remove the bacteria and debris that can collect on your tongue.
- Increase the amount of water you drink. Keep quality water with you and drink a little more than you think you need.
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Originally posted 2011-05-10 17:32:14. Republished by Blog Post Promoter
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