Can a salt substitute cause high potassium levels?
First, remember that at least 75% of the sodium in the average American diet comes from processed foods, such as cold cuts and cured meats, pizza, burgers, and sandwiches. So in many cases, changing the contents of your saltshaker doesn't make that big a difference. A more effective strategy is to include more fruits and vegetables in your diet. They're naturally low in sodium and some — such as spinach, sweet potatoes, cantaloupe, bananas, and avocado — are also rich in potassium.
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