Health science

Potassium is an essential nutrient for heart  health and should be made a part of a balanced diet. It not only helps reduce the risk of high blood pressure but also lowers the chances of developing Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs) such as heart attack and stroke . As an electrolyte, potassium supports nerve and muscle function, regulates heart activity, and aids in the movement of nutrients and waste within your body's cells. While the connection between potassium and heart health is complex, it is well-established. Signs Of Potassium Deficiency: According to the Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the daily requirement for potassium varies based on age and gender. For healthy adults aged 19-50, the recommended intake is 3,400 mg for males and 2,600 mg for females. For pregnant and lactating women, potassium requirements are a little higher, with 2,900 mg and 2,800 mg being the recommended amounts, respectively. If potassium levels in the b...

Sign: Chest pain Heart attacks typically involve pain or discomfort in the chest’s middle or left side. It may feel like a tight, heavy squeezing, fullness, or uncomfortable pressure. Less commonly, it can feel like a sharp pain. Difficulty breathing Usually, this accompanies chest pain. However, shortness of breath may also begin before any chest discomfort. Upper body pain A person may feel pain or discomfort in one or both arms, typically the left one, which can radiate to the shoulders. This pain does not typically feel worse with movement, as with musculoskeletal or arthritis pain. There may also be pain in the neck, jaw, or back. Feeling lightheaded An individual may feel weak, faint, or break out into a cold sweat. Signs of a heart attack in females The following are common heart attack symptoms in females that can occur with or without chest pain: weakness that occurs suddenly extreme shortness of breath nausea, indigestion, or other digestive upsets all over body aches a gener...