Potassium

common name:

Potassium

natural supplements:

Lima beans, bananas, kelp, cantaloupe, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, figs, orange juice.

description:

This under-rated mineral is essential for people with hypertension,
assist in lowering of sodium levels. Together with sodium, potassium maintains the balance of water in body cells. Other functions that potassium involves in are muscle control, blood pressure and nerve activities. Adrenal weakness may cause potassium deficiency.

Potassium is good for:

Effective in lowering blood pressure, reduce risk of strokes. Prevents kidney stones and heart arrhythmias.
Makes body more responsive and sensitive.

dosage:

4,700 mg/day

deficiency symptoms:

High blood pressure, heart strains, liver problems, lower back pains, diabetes, nervousness, muscle weakness, fatique.

warnings:

Oversupply of sodium in the body may lead to potassium deficiency.
Instead of taking potassium supplements, people with high blood pressure should eat potassium-rich food daily, like lima beans, bananas and orange juice.

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