Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Electrolyte powders may contain extra vitamins in addition to magnesium, potassium and sodium. (Photo illustration: Yahoo News; ...

Potassium supplementation is not needed as often as previously thought to prevent atrial fibrillation (AFib) after certain types of heart surgery. That’s the conclusion from researchers in a new study ...

About The Study: For atrial fibrillation after cardiac surgery prophylaxis, supplementation only when serum potassium concentration fell below 3.6 mEq/L was noninferior to the current widespread ...

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 ...

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 ...

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Magnesium and potassium are often overlooked in dietary planning, but they are crucial for many of the body’s essential functions. These minerals work together to maintain electrical gradients across ...

Electrolyte supplements offer a simple way to support hydration—especially during longer workouts or when you’re sweating ...