Evidence supporting the use of: Salt (unspecified)
For the health condition: Hypotension
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4
Salt (sodium chloride) is scientifically validated as a treatment option for certain forms of hypotension (low blood pressure). The physiological basis lies in sodium's role in extracellular fluid volume and osmotic balance. Increased salt intake leads to water retention, which expands plasma volume and subsequently increases blood pressure. This mechanism is particularly relevant in cases of orthostatic hypotension and certain autonomic disorders (e.g., postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, or POTS).
Clinical guidelines, including those from the American Heart Association and European Society of Cardiology, recommend increased salt intake as a non-pharmacological intervention for chronic or recurrent hypotension, especially when it is due to autonomic failure or other non-cardiac causes. Several clinical studies have demonstrated that dietary sodium supplementation can improve symptoms and blood pressure measurements in affected individuals. However, the use of salt must be balanced against the risk of exacerbating conditions such as hypertension, heart failure, or kidney disease in susceptible individuals.
In summary, scientific evidence supports the judicious use of increased salt intake to manage certain types of hypotension, especially when underlying causes are identified and other risk factors are considered. The strength of evidence is strong (rated 4/5) due to well-established physiological mechanisms and clinical recommendations, though not every case of hypotension warrants this approach.
Other ingredients used for Hypotension
adrenal cortexbeet
chloride
licorice root
sodium salt
Albumin
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Ephedrine
salt
Other health conditions supported by salt (unspecified)
Addison's DiseaseAthlete's Foot
Cholera
Cold Sores
Dehydration
Goiter
Hangover
Hypotension
