{
  "id": 6751994,
  "title": "Cardiologist cautions too much koobi, momone could increase risk of hypertension",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/cardiologist-cautions-too-much-koobi-momone-could-increase-risk-of",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-09-11T10:57:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/cardiologist-cautions-too-much-koobi-momone-could-increase-risk-of-hypertension/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ghanaians may need to reconsider their consumption of koobi and momone, as excessive intake could heighten the risk of high blood pressure due to their high salt content, warns a cardiologist. Dr Albert Agbi, a Physician Specialist and Cardiology Fellow at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, explained that popular salted fish varieties, koobi and momoni, are rich in sodium, which can contribute to elevated blood pressure when consumed in large amounts. Acknowledging the importance of these salted fish in enhancing the flavor of Ghanaian dishes, Dr Agbi urged consumers to exercise caution. Excessive sodium intake leads the body to retain fluid, raising blood pressure and exerting additional pressure on the heart and blood vessels. Prolonged high sodium consumption could increase the risk of cardiovascular complications, making moderation particularly crucial. While completely avoiding koobi and momoni might be challenging, Dr Agbi suggested reducing the quantity consumed would be a more feasible approach. He also recommended incorporating potassium-rich foods like fresh coconut water, bananas, and other fruits into the diet, as emphasized by dietary patterns like DASH and Mediterranean diets. Dr Agbi urged the public to pay attention to both the types of food consumed and portion sizes, combining healthy eating habits with regular physical activity to reduce the risk of lifestyle-related diseases.",
  "summary": "Ghanaians may need to rethink how much koobi and momone they add to their meals, as a cardiologist has warned that excessive consumption could increase the risk of high blood pressure due to their high salt content. Physician Specialist and Cardiology Fellow at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Dr Albert Agbi, says the popular salted […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}