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 ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 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. Since 2021, ...

A viewer tells us they're 68-years-old and have high potassium levels. They are wondering if they should be concerned. Doctor Lacy Anderson says to keep an eye on it. A slightly high potassium level ...

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.

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.

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

Q: Last week, my oncologist's office called to inform me that, after a routine blood test, my potassium level was too high. The nurse said it wasn't a very high level, and I should attempt to control ...

DEAR DR. GOTT: Can you please address high potassium levels? My husband’s level went from 4.6 in 2008 to 5.6 in 2009. Other than food that is high in potassium, what could cause the level to jump?

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.