Sunday, May 27, 2012

Potassium

Potassium is an essential mineral important for a healthy nervous system and regular heart rhythm Potassium in important for chemical reactions within the cells and aids in maintaining stable blood pressure and in transmitting electrochemical impulses.
Loss of potassium body due to:
  • Use of diuretics 
  • Stress and trauma 
  • Perspiration 
  • Vomiting and diarrhea 
Signs of deficiency:
  • Dry skin 
  • Acne 
  • Chills 
  • Constipation Edema 
  • Depression 
  • Insatiable thirst 
  • Nervousness 
  • High cholesterol 
  • Low blood pressure 
  • Periodic headaches 
Effective for:
  • High blood pressure 
  • Muscle weakness and fatigue 
Supplements:
Best way to get potassium in through food not supplements. Although salt substitute potassium chloride can be used.


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