Which of the Following Statements About Sodium and Potassium Is

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about sodium and potassium is not correct?

• A) A lifelong intake of foods low in sodium and high in potassium is associated with a decreased risk of hypertension.
• B) A lifelong intake of foods high in sodium and high in potassium is associated with a increased risk of hypertension.
• C) Foods high in sodium like processed foods are usually low in potassium.
• D) A low potassium intake combined with a high sodium intake is a factor that leads to high blood pressure.
• E) Potassium and sodium appear to have opposite effects on hypertension.

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