Certain dietary supplements may help you manage complications or improve your blood sugar numbers, but the research is often inconclusive. Note: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not ...

Maintaining high blood potassium levels, for instance, by taking supplements, may help lower heart failure risk. Image credit: Viktoriya Skorikova/Getty Images For people at high risk of ventricular ...

People with diabetes may be more likely to have low levels of nutrients like magnesium, vitamin B12, and vitamin D. Some ...

Potassium is an essential mineral present in supplements and some foods, including spinach, potatoes, and bananas. The body requires potassium for several functions, including heartbeat regulation, ...

When it comes to diabetes, lifestyle plays a major role in blood sugar management and overall health. What you eat, how you move your body, your sleeping patterns and your stress levels are all ...

You need potassium to support just about every bodily function, including a beating heart. It is readily available in many foods, but there are a few situations in which your doctor may recommend a ...

Potassium helps regulate fluids in your body and is a key factor in maintaining healthy blood pressure. Fruits like avocado, ...

Alexandria Nyembwe is a registered nurse and health writer. She has worked in street medicine serving populations experiencing homelessness in Skid Row Los Angeles as well as in cardiovascular care in ...