{
  "id": 6764241,
  "title": "Cardiologist warns excessive ‘koobi’ and ‘momoni’ could increase blood pressure risk",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/11/cardiologist-warns-excessive-koobi-and-momoni-could-increase-blood",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-11T13:03:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/cardiologist-warns-excessive-koobi-and-momoni-could-increase-blood-pressure-risk/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A cardiologist in Ghana has cautioned that excessive consumption of popular salted fish dishes, such as koobi and momoni, could elevate the risk of high blood pressure due to their high salt content. Dr Albert Agbi, a Physician Specialist and Cardiology Fellow at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, made this warning during an interview on September 11. Despite the flavorful contribution of these dishes to Ghanaian cuisine, Dr Agbi stressed the need for moderation due to their high sodium levels. Excessive sodium intake, he explained, leads the body to retain fluid, thereby raising blood pressure and putting extra strain on the heart and blood vessels. Over time, this could increase the likelihood of cardiovascular complications, making it crucial for individuals to practice moderation. While completely eliminating koobi and momoni from one's diet might be challenging, Dr Agbi suggested reducing the quantity consumed would be a more realistic solution. \"I’m not going to tell Ghanaians because I know they will not forgive you. So I’m not recommending you stop. But in moderation,\" he said. He also recommended including more potassium-rich foods in the diet, such as fresh coconut water, bananas, and other fruits. These foods, he noted, are part of dietary patterns like the DASH and Mediterranean diets known for promoting healthier eating habits. Dr Agbi urged the public to be mindful of both their food choices and portion sizes, combining healthy eating with regular physical activity to mitigate 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.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}