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Angiotensin causes constriction of the arterioles and this signals the adrenals to release more aldosterone. Constriction of the arterioles and the release of aldosterone elevates blood pressure by two mechanisms: Arteriole constriction causes increased peripheral resistance, and aldosterone causes salt retention. Stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system produces renin. This is the nervous system that takes charge when we’re under stress. If someone attacks you, your kidneys release renin, and the entire angiotensin-aldosterone process is started.

We now use herbs, spices, and condiments strictly for pleasure. In this way they help us to eat foods without salt and rich in potassium. All amounts are one teaspoon. In the amount of one teaspoon, the sodium content in most herbs and spices is trace or equivalent only to 1 milligram. Potassium is 20 to 30 milligrams, making the K-factor 20 to 30. 46 25 Natural Ways to Lower Blood Pressure Don’ts You cannot use flavored salts. These are mostly salt, flavored with other ingredients. Oils Do’s Cooking Oils Polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as sunflower and safflower oils, should not be used for frying or sautéing because heating these oils to high temperatures can often change the natural structure from one that is safe and healthful to one that several studies have implicated in cancer.

The sodium in milk is not in the form of sodium chloride (salt), and although it is higher than desirable, it is acceptable. Low-sodium milk is available. I strongly recommend avoiding high-fat milk and using the low-fat varieties. Beverage Mixes for Milk Milk mixes are fine, but be sure to add the sodium and potassium from the milk to the total figures. Chocolate powder, a common Reduce Sodium 37 mix for milk, contains, on average, 54 milligrams sodium and 168 milligrams potassium for a K-factor of 3.

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