Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 5 Researches
8.2
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.5
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Caplet
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Potassium (as Potassium Gluconate)
99 mg
2%
Top Medical Research Studies
8
We investigated the qualities of faba bean blanching water, especially its potential effects on cholesterol levels. This study showed that the processing water, packed with protein and minerals, especially potassium, might have cholesterol-lowering abilities due to its inhibitory effects on HMG-CoA reductase—a key enzyme in cholesterol production. The results were promising, indicating around 67% inhibition of this enzyme, which could benefit those looking to manage cholesterol without extensive dietary changes. Overall, faba bean blanching water can be a sustainable option with health perks.
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9
We explored the benefits of apolipoprotein A-I mimetic peptide 4F in protecting hearts and kidneys after a heart attack. In our study, male Wistar rats were subjected to a high-cholesterol diet and then induced to have a myocardial infarction.
After receiving 4F or other treatments, we noted that 4F significantly reduced total cholesterol and bad LDL levels while increasing good HDL levels. The results showed 4F was effective in preventing cardiac and renal dysfunction.
Overall, 4F could offer new treatment approaches post-myocardial infarction, promoting heart and kidney health.
After receiving 4F or other treatments, we noted that 4F significantly reduced total cholesterol and bad LDL levels while increasing good HDL levels. The results showed 4F was effective in preventing cardiac and renal dysfunction.
Overall, 4F could offer new treatment approaches post-myocardial infarction, promoting heart and kidney health.
Read More
8
We analyzed a large group of 180,156 Veterans to understand how sodium and potassium intake might influence the risk of heart-related issues. Over eight years, we observed that higher sodium intake was linked to an increased risk of non-fatal heart attacks and strokes.
In contrast, greater potassium intake was associated with a reduced risk of these cardiovascular events. Interestingly, the balance of sodium to potassium also played a role, with a higher ratio indicating greater heart health risks.
Despite these insights, potassium treatment alone may not completely address high cholesterol concerns, but it does suggest that a balanced intake can support heart health.
In contrast, greater potassium intake was associated with a reduced risk of these cardiovascular events. Interestingly, the balance of sodium to potassium also played a role, with a higher ratio indicating greater heart health risks.
Despite these insights, potassium treatment alone may not completely address high cholesterol concerns, but it does suggest that a balanced intake can support heart health.
Read More
Most Useful Reviews
9
Blood pressure drops
3 people found this helpful
It is essential for every home with an elderly person or someone with high cholesterol. I’m grateful to my father for highlighting his condition. I measure his pressure and when it's high, he takes two potassium tablets and drinks two cups of water. His pressure decreases naturally without needing to visit a hospital.
Read More
9
Cramping alleviated
1 people found this helpful
I have an autoimmune disease and, two months ago, began experiencing severe cramping due to high cholesterol medication. After researching, I realised that my cramps were due to potassium and magnesium deficiency. I started taking 2 grams of potassium and 450mg of magnesium daily, which significantly improved my condition and bowel movements.
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7.5
Pressure normalised
4 people found this helpful
I took it to my father, who has high cholesterol. After two weeks of taking it, his pressure began to return to normal, and the swelling in his legs reduced.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 5 Researches
8.2
- All Researches
9
We explored the benefits of apolipoprotein A-I mimetic peptide 4F in protecting hearts and kidneys after a heart attack. In our study, male Wistar rats were subjected to a high-cholesterol diet and then induced to have a myocardial infarction.
After receiving 4F or other treatments, we noted that 4F significantly reduced total cholesterol and bad LDL levels while increasing good HDL levels. The results showed 4F was effective in preventing cardiac and renal dysfunction.
Overall, 4F could offer new treatment approaches post-myocardial infarction, promoting heart and kidney health.
After receiving 4F or other treatments, we noted that 4F significantly reduced total cholesterol and bad LDL levels while increasing good HDL levels. The results showed 4F was effective in preventing cardiac and renal dysfunction.
Overall, 4F could offer new treatment approaches post-myocardial infarction, promoting heart and kidney health.
Read More
9
Triple therapy effective for hypertension
We examined a study designed to assess the effectiveness of a triple drug combination—amlodipine, losartan, and rosuvastatin—in patients with both high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
After eight weeks of treatment, those receiving the complete combination showed a significantly greater reduction in LDL cholesterol compared to those on a less intensive regimen.
More importantly, there were no significant tolerability issues reported throughout the study, making this combination a promising option for managing these common health conditions.
After eight weeks of treatment, those receiving the complete combination showed a significantly greater reduction in LDL cholesterol compared to those on a less intensive regimen.
More importantly, there were no significant tolerability issues reported throughout the study, making this combination a promising option for managing these common health conditions.
Read More
8
We investigated the qualities of faba bean blanching water, especially its potential effects on cholesterol levels. This study showed that the processing water, packed with protein and minerals, especially potassium, might have cholesterol-lowering abilities due to its inhibitory effects on HMG-CoA reductase—a key enzyme in cholesterol production. The results were promising, indicating around 67% inhibition of this enzyme, which could benefit those looking to manage cholesterol without extensive dietary changes. Overall, faba bean blanching water can be a sustainable option with health perks.
Read More
8
We analyzed a large group of 180,156 Veterans to understand how sodium and potassium intake might influence the risk of heart-related issues. Over eight years, we observed that higher sodium intake was linked to an increased risk of non-fatal heart attacks and strokes.
In contrast, greater potassium intake was associated with a reduced risk of these cardiovascular events. Interestingly, the balance of sodium to potassium also played a role, with a higher ratio indicating greater heart health risks.
Despite these insights, potassium treatment alone may not completely address high cholesterol concerns, but it does suggest that a balanced intake can support heart health.
In contrast, greater potassium intake was associated with a reduced risk of these cardiovascular events. Interestingly, the balance of sodium to potassium also played a role, with a higher ratio indicating greater heart health risks.
Despite these insights, potassium treatment alone may not completely address high cholesterol concerns, but it does suggest that a balanced intake can support heart health.
Read More
7
We studied the impact of two types of mineral water on cholesterol levels in adults with moderately high cholesterol. In a controlled trial, 64 participants drank either sodium-bicarbonated mineral water or low-mineral-content water for eight weeks.
We observed that total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol decreased significantly, while other metabolite levels varied. Importantly, the benefits seemed linked to replacing sugary drinks with water rather than the specific type of mineral water consumed. Overall, the findings suggest that increasing water intake can support better heart health.
We observed that total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol decreased significantly, while other metabolite levels varied. Importantly, the benefits seemed linked to replacing sugary drinks with water rather than the specific type of mineral water consumed. Overall, the findings suggest that increasing water intake can support better heart health.
Read More
User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.5
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Blood pressure drops
3 people found this helpful
It is essential for every home with an elderly person or someone with high cholesterol. I’m grateful to my father for highlighting his condition. I measure his pressure and when it's high, he takes two potassium tablets and drinks two cups of water. His pressure decreases naturally without needing to visit a hospital.
Read More
9
Cramping alleviated
1 people found this helpful
I have an autoimmune disease and, two months ago, began experiencing severe cramping due to high cholesterol medication. After researching, I realised that my cramps were due to potassium and magnesium deficiency. I started taking 2 grams of potassium and 450mg of magnesium daily, which significantly improved my condition and bowel movements.
Read More
7.5
Pressure normalised
4 people found this helpful
I took it to my father, who has high cholesterol. After two weeks of taking it, his pressure began to return to normal, and the swelling in his legs reduced.
Read More
Frequently Asked Questions
7.5
Pressure normalised
4 people found this helpful
I took it to my father, who has high cholesterol. After two weeks of taking it, his pressure began to return to normal, and the swelling in his legs reduced.
9
Cramping alleviated
1 people found this helpful
I have an autoimmune disease and, two months ago, began experiencing severe cramping due to high cholesterol medication. After researching, I realised that my cramps were due to potassium and magnesium deficiency. I started taking 2 grams of potassium and 450mg of magnesium daily, which significantly improved my condition and bowel movements.
9
Blood pressure drops
3 people found this helpful
It is essential for every home with an elderly person or someone with high cholesterol. I’m grateful to my father for highlighting his condition. I measure his pressure and when it's high, he takes two potassium tablets and drinks two cups of water. His pressure decreases naturally without needing to visit a hospital.
8
We investigated the qualities of faba bean blanching water, especially its potential effects on cholesterol levels. This study showed that the processing water, packed with protein and minerals, especially potassium, might have cholesterol-lowering abilities due to its inhibitory effects on HMG-CoA reductase—a key enzyme in cholesterol production. The results were promising, indicating around 67% inhibition of this enzyme, which could benefit those looking to manage cholesterol without extensive dietary changes. Overall, faba bean blanching water can be a sustainable option with health perks.
7
We studied the impact of two types of mineral water on cholesterol levels in adults with moderately high cholesterol. In a controlled trial, 64 participants drank either sodium-bicarbonated mineral water or low-mineral-content water for eight weeks.
We observed that total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol decreased significantly, while other metabolite levels varied. Importantly, the benefits seemed linked to replacing sugary drinks with water rather than the specific type of mineral water consumed. Overall, the findings suggest that increasing water intake can support better heart health.
We observed that total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol decreased significantly, while other metabolite levels varied. Importantly, the benefits seemed linked to replacing sugary drinks with water rather than the specific type of mineral water consumed. Overall, the findings suggest that increasing water intake can support better heart health.
9
Triple therapy effective for hypertension
We examined a study designed to assess the effectiveness of a triple drug combination—amlodipine, losartan, and rosuvastatin—in patients with both high blood pressure and high cholesterol.
After eight weeks of treatment, those receiving the complete combination showed a significantly greater reduction in LDL cholesterol compared to those on a less intensive regimen.
More importantly, there were no significant tolerability issues reported throughout the study, making this combination a promising option for managing these common health conditions.
After eight weeks of treatment, those receiving the complete combination showed a significantly greater reduction in LDL cholesterol compared to those on a less intensive regimen.
More importantly, there were no significant tolerability issues reported throughout the study, making this combination a promising option for managing these common health conditions.
8
We analyzed a large group of 180,156 Veterans to understand how sodium and potassium intake might influence the risk of heart-related issues. Over eight years, we observed that higher sodium intake was linked to an increased risk of non-fatal heart attacks and strokes.
In contrast, greater potassium intake was associated with a reduced risk of these cardiovascular events. Interestingly, the balance of sodium to potassium also played a role, with a higher ratio indicating greater heart health risks.
Despite these insights, potassium treatment alone may not completely address high cholesterol concerns, but it does suggest that a balanced intake can support heart health.
In contrast, greater potassium intake was associated with a reduced risk of these cardiovascular events. Interestingly, the balance of sodium to potassium also played a role, with a higher ratio indicating greater heart health risks.
Despite these insights, potassium treatment alone may not completely address high cholesterol concerns, but it does suggest that a balanced intake can support heart health.
References
- Feng Z, Morton JD, Maes E, Kumar L, Serventi L. Proximate composition, peptide characterization and bioactive properties of faba bean blanching water. Food Res Int. 2025;200:115426. doi:10.1016/j.foodres.2024.115426
- Wang DD, Li Y, Nguyen XT, Song RJ, Ho YL, et al. Dietary Sodium and Potassium Intake and Risk of Non-Fatal Cardiovascular Diseases: The Million Veteran Program. Nutrients. 2022;14. doi:10.3390/nu14051121
- Moreira RS, Irigoyen MC, Capcha JMC, Sanches TR, Gutierrez PS, et al. Synthetic apolipoprotein A-I mimetic peptide 4F protects hearts and kidneys after myocardial infarction. Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol. 2020;318:R529. doi:10.1152/ajpregu.00185.2019
- Lee HY, Kim SY, Choi KJ, Yoo BS, Cha DH, et al. A Randomized, Multicenter, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and the Tolerability of a Triple Combination of Amlodipine/Losartan/Rosuvastatin in Patients With Comorbid Essential Hypertension and Hyperlipidemia. Clin Ther. 2017;39:2366. doi:10.1016/j.clinthera.2017.10.013
- Toxqui L, Vaquero MP. An Intervention with Mineral Water Decreases Cardiometabolic Risk Biomarkers. A Crossover, Randomised, Controlled Trial with Two Mineral Waters in Moderately Hypercholesterolaemic Adults. Nutrients. 2016;8. doi:10.3390/nu8070400
