Juicy pineapple is the only food that contains bromelain, an enzyme that helps boost tissue healing, combats inflammation, ...

Potassium (K) is a fascinating macronutrient. In corn, it sets the stage for a healthy and vigorous plant that produces a beautiful ear. Even though K is mobile in plants and helps deliver water and ...

Potassium plays a key role in keeping your heart beating steadily, your muscles moving smoothly, and your blood pressure in ...

Potassium is an important mineral and electrolyte needed for all kinds of bodily functions – not just for running a marathon or lifting weights (although electrolytes can be lost in sweat.) It’s ...

A new trial suggests that people with heart disease who have higher blood potassium levels have a lower risk of heart failure ...

While reducing salt intake has been the focus of dietary advice to control high blood pressure (hypertension), a new study suggests that upping your potassium intake can be at least as important. The ...

For the prevention of new-onset atrial fibrillation (AF) after isolated coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, giving potassium supplements only when levels dropped below the lower limit of ...