Publications by authors named "James D Bullen"
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- Switching to potassium-enriched salt, which contains 25% potassium chloride and 75% sodium chloride, can lower blood pressure and reduce cardiovascular disease risk.
- Analysis of global production shows the potential for producing 9.7 million tonnes of potassium chloride to replace regular salt, but current potash production is only around 44 million tonnes, dominated by a few countries.
- Major changes in production capacity and market demand are necessary for a global transition to potassium-enriched salt, along with a solid business case to encourage this switch.
Sodium is an essential dietary component, but excess sodium intake can lead to high blood pressure and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Many national and international bodies, including the World Health Organization, have advocated for population-wide sodium reduction interventions. Most have been unsuccessful due to inadequate sodium reduction by food industry and difficulties in persuading consumers to add less salt to food.
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