Most adults need around 3,500–5,000 mg of potassium daily to help lower blood pressure. Foods like tomatoes, potatoes, and squash are good sources of the nutrient.

Potassium plays a crucial role in our diet. We spoke to experts about the best ways to get more of it.

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People with high blood pressure may need to limit certain fruits. Doctors explain which two common fruits can raise BP levels ...

A new trial investigating high-normal serum potassium levels for people at high risk of ventricular arrhythmias delivered promising results. Compared to a control group, people with these elevated ...

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The NHS recommends that people in the UK aim for five portions of fruit and vegetables per day. All fruits contain some potassium, meaning nothing is 100% safe to eat in excess. However, some options ...

Many of us know that salt can cause blood pressure to rise, but another dietary change could be just as important in managing levels.

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 70-year-old male who is 6 feet, 3 inches tall and weighs 190 pounds. Other than having high blood pressure, I am healthy, eat a Mediterranean-style diet, and exercise most days.