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

While cutting back on salt intake has long been a mainstay in treating high blood pressure, new research suggests that upping potassium intake might have a greater effect. It might be time to stock up ...

Most of us have heard the advice: “Cut back on salt if you have high blood pressure.” But what if the solution isn’t just about eating less sodium, but also about eating more potassium? Study: ...

Getting enough potassium helps maintain healthy blood pressure and may lower risks of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. A higher potassium intake may also reduce risks of kidney stones, ...

February 28, 2011 (Naples, Italy)— The largest meta-analysis so far conducted examining the impact of potassium intake on cardiovascular outcomes has found that higher dietary consumption of this ...

Dear Doctors: My blood pressure is on the edge of the normal range. My doctor wants me to think about something called the DASH diet. What is that? I want to stay healthy, but I know myself: If I ...

Share on Pinterest Swapping salt for potassium-enriched salt substitutes may be the best choice for people who have already experienced a stroke. Image credit: Holcy/Getty Images. Reducing sodium and ...

Bananas may help lower blood pressure due to their high potassium content, which supports kidney function by promoting sodium excretion and relaxing blood vessels. A 2025 study found sex-specific ...