DEAR DR. ROACH: My lab results showed my potassium level was 5.4 mmol/L. My primary care doctor does not seem concerned at all with this reading. After checking on the internet I have found that this ...

Swedish investigators looked at potassium levels and all-cause mortality in HFrEF patients at 30 days, 12 months, and 5 years. Over all 3 time frames, the sweet spot in terms of lowest hazard risk for ...

Medically reviewed by Kayla Girgen, RD Higher potassium intake, especially from foods, is linked to lower blood pressure and better heart health.Most adults need about 3,500–5,000 milligrams of ...

Serum potassium levels prior to an acute hyperkalemia episode do not predict mortality, but following this episode, progression from normokalemia to hyperkalemia is significantly associated with an ...

A healthy amount of potassium helps regulate your heartbeat, lowers blood pressure, and keeps muscles and nerves functioning at optimal levels. Although many adults in the US don't get enough ...

Low potassium levels can cause symptoms like fatigue and frequent urination. Increasing your intake of potassium-rich foods, like fruits, vegetables, beans, and nuts, may help. Potassium is an ...