Saltered States

[Birchy]

What are the main differences between potassium and sodium in terms of health harm? And could the potassium variety be just as harmful?

[andrewlee]

Not an expert at all, but the lo-salt varieties are meant to be better for you than normal sodium salt, as potassium does not contribute to raised blood pressure.   However I did hear a doctor on the radio warning someone who ate half a dozen bananas a day that the potassium in them could lead to heart problems if not monitored