People with certain conditions may be more likely to develop high potassium levels (hyperkalemia). Although these high levels may only last for a short time, some people will have high levels that do ...

If you have hyperkalemia, you’ve got high potassium levels in your bloodstream. Kidney disease is one possible cause. But certain medicines can make your potassium levels rise, too. Medicines that ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 73-year-old male and have been diagnosed with a number of different medical conditions. I have one kidney (stage 4) and have had atrial fibrillation since 2008. Recently my ...

The mineral potassium plays an essential role in many biological processes, including exercise and reaching peak physical performance. But if you have hyperkalemia, or high levels of potassium in the ...

Early symptoms of potassium deficiency include constipation, fatigue, and muscle cramps. You are at a greater risk of potassium deficiency if you have inflammatory bowel disease or are taking ...

Bananas are not the best source of potassium. Kidney beans, dried apricots, and orange juice all have higher concentrations of potassium than bananas.

Reaching for a banana could do more than power your morning smoothie. A new international study suggests that eating more potassium-rich foods could help lower the risk of dangerous heart problems.

Learn how fruits like bananas, oranges, and kiwis can support healthy blood pressure thanks to their high potassium content and other heart-healthy nutrients.

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