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Potassium-rich DASH diet found to be safe for adults taking common blood pressure medications

Increased consumption of potassium-rich foods that are part of the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet did not raise blood potassium to dangerous levels in people taking medications to lower their blood pressure, according to preliminary research presented at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2026, held in Arlington, Virginia, Oct. 7–11.

Potassium-rich DASH diet found to be safe for adults taking common blood pressure medications

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