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 ...
A low-potassium diet involves limiting foods high in potassium to consume less than 2,000 milligrams of potassium a day. Cooking methods, such as leaching, boiling, pressure cooking, and microwaving, ...
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 ...