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“...The adrenals control the body's potassium/sodium balance, which is vital for energy production...”
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“...Because its deep root system reaches where other plants can not, Alfalfa is a rich source of the minerals calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, iron, potassium, and trace minerals...”
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“...Causes of abdominal/aortic aneurysms include ... Nutritional: Low potassium and copper intake...”
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Potassium Need
“Increased potassium produces a reduction in aneurysms...”
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Bromelain
“...A reduction in the incidence of heart attacks after administration of potassium and magnesium orotate along with 120-400mg of bromelain per day has been reported also...”
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“...Common signs and symptoms of starvation in general include: low potassium levels (hypokalemia); cessation of menstrual periods (amenorrhea); unhealthy, dry, brittle hair and hair thinning/loss; unhealthy, dry, yellowing skin; foot discoloration (orange)...”
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Potassium
“Potassium deficiency is associated with a slow, irregular heartbeat...”
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Magnesium
“...Magnesium is commonly given to patients with arrhythmias but is thought to drive potassium into cells, producing lower serum potassium if not enough potassium is available to maintain normal serum levels...”
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Food Additive Avoidance
“...Group of Great Britain recommends that the following food additives be avoided: Amaranth, Benzoic Acid, BHA, BHT, Brilliant Blue FCF, Caramel, Carmine, Carminic Acid, Cochineal, FCFV, Indigo, Potassium Nitrate, Quinoline Yellow, Red 2G, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Nitrate, Sulfur Dioxide, Sunset Yellow, Tartrazine, Try to avoid foods, such as the following, with high salicylate content, to see...”
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“...Bananas are highly recommended by doctors for patients with low potassium levels. One 9-inch banana contains some 600mg of potassium and only 140 calories...”
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“...Studies have shown that myricadiol influences sodium and potassium metabolism...”
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“...It is very useful in fighting anemia as it contains potassium, phosphorus, calcium, sulfur, iodine, copper, carbohydrates, protein, fat, vitamin B1, B2, B6, niacin and vitamin P...”
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“...The black radish is very high in sulfur, potassium, iron, and magnesium...”
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Iodine
“People who clench and/or grind their teeth in their sleep can reduce this by taking up to 8 drops of Lugol's (potassium iodide) daily or periodically.”
...the condition
“...These include tryptophan, zinc (40% of 62 patients), vitamin B2, B3, folate, and potassium. Clinical experience suggests that carbohydrates, particularly sugar, play a role in binge eating...”
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Coffee Enema
“...Serious illness and death have occurred from some of the components of the treatment, such as the coffee enemas, which remove potassium from the body and can lead to electrolyte imbalances...”
...the condition
“...Whole grains are also rich sources of potassium and fiber...”
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General Mineral Requirement
“When diarrhea is present, minerals such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron and even salt may be deficient and should be replaced as necessary.”
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“...Chlorophyll is known as a "super food" because of the range and quantity of nutrients (vitamins, antioxidants, minerals and essential fatty acids) that it contains, including ... potassium...”
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Magnesium
“Fatigue is sometimes reduced with magnesium (and potassium) supplementation...”
...the condition
“...Salt, potassium, phosphorus, and other electrolytes may be restricted...”
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Potassium
“Individuals with kidney dysfunction may have trouble excreting potassium and should only take potassium supplements under the observation of their doctor.”
...the condition
“...Decreased serum potassium as a result of potassium loss from mucus-secreting villous tumour of the rectum...”
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Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption
“Whole fruit and fruit and vegetable juice, both high in potassium, are recommended by some doctors for congestive heart failure (CHF)...”
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Diuretics
“Potassium-sparing diuretics such as Aldactone or Dyrenium help the body to retain potassium and are often used in congestive heart failure patients, often along with the other two types of diuretics...”
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Increased Legume Consumption
“...Legumes contain low levels of sodium and high levels of potassium, calcium and magnesium – a combination that is associated with a reduced risk of heart disease...”
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“...Among the drugs that may interact with corticosteroids are: Insulin and diabetes medicines; Heart medicine such as digitalis; Diuretics (water pills); Medicine containing potassium or sodium; Immunizations (vaccinations); Cyclosporine (Sandimmune); Blood thinners, such as warfarin (Coumadin); Estrogen drugs, such as conjugated estrogens (Premarin) or oral...”
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“...The long list of foods and ingredients to avoid includes ... potassium...”
...the condition
“...Causes of nephrogenic DI include certain kidney diseases and can be influenced by low blood potassium level, protein starvation, high blood calcium level, sickle cell anemia and medication use (such as lithium, demeclocycline and methoxyflurane)...”
...the condition
“...Decreased pH and C02 content (metabolic acidosis) due to intestinal loss of bicarbonate; less commonly, metabolic alkalosis occurs as a result of loss of fluid, acid, potassium, and chloride in the stool...”
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Potassium Need
“Diarrhea causes additional fluid loss and can result in potassium depletion.”
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“An agent increasing urine flow, causing the kidneys to excrete more than the usual amount of sodium, potassium and water.”
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“...For those who prefer the natural approach, natural diuretics include ... Apple cider vinegar has natural diuretic properties and also helps maintain potassium levels in the blood...”
...the condition
“...chemicals that are swallowed; pills that become stuck in the esophagus; medications and supplements such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), alendronate, doxycycline, iron, or potassium; gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)...”
...the condition
“...Potassium is the major electrolyte inside of cells...”
...as a treatment
“...Margarine contains potassium sorbate and monoglycerides...”
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Potassium
“Sometimes weakness may be improved by potassium consumption, when dietary potassium is low.”
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Potassium Need
“By impairing pancreatic insulin production, potassium deficiency may increase the tendency towards hyperglycemia in cases of gestational diabetes...”
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Salt Intake Reduction
“...An actual 'renal diet' (low protein, low potassium, low sodium, low phosphorus, high calories) is not required until IgAN has progressed to more advanced renal failure...”
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“...Potassium and iron pills are corrosive and can cause ulcers (erosions) in the esophagus...”
...the condition
“...Sweat not only contains substantial amounts of sodium (1gm per liter), but also modest amounts of potassium and small amounts of minerals such as iron and calcium...”
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Potassium
“In experiments, potassium-supplemented individuals not only had their high blood pressure reduced but reduced their cholesterol measurements as well, confirming that a deficiency of potassium is associated with hypercholesterolemia.”
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“...Honey is composed of sugars such as glucose and fructose, and minerals such as magnesium, potassium, calcium, sodium chlorine, sulfur, iron and phosphate...”
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“...Also, tea contains potassium, which helps to maintain the body's fluid balance...”
...the condition
“...These changes include extra rest, moderate weight reduction, reduced salt (NaCl) intake, dietary potassium (K) supplementation, exercising, selected nutrient supplementation, healthy diet, limiting alcohol and stopping smoking...”
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Plant-Based Nutrition
“...Ophir O, Peer G, Gilad J, Blum M, Aviram A. Low blood pressure in vegetarians: the possible role of potassium. Am J Clin Nutr 1983;37: pp.755-62...”
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Potassium
“The blood pressure lowering effect of supplemental potassium may be greater in patients receiving a high-salt diet...”
...the condition
“Hypokalemia is the condition of having abnormally low potassium concentration in the blood...”
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“Abnormally low blood potassium.”
...the condition
“...As the deficiency becomes more serious or has a more rapid onset (Addison crisis), symptoms of confusion, stupor, psychosis, abnormal electrolytes (low serum sodium, elevated serum potassium), and vascular collapse (low blood pressure and shock) can occur...”
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Increased Water Consumption
“...Sports drinks that are high in sodium and potassium are recommended, especially during exercise or in hot weather.”
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Conventional Drug Use
“...Its sparing effect on sodium is done at the expense of a concurrent loss of potassium. Therefore, when taking fludrocortisone, it's important to also take adequate amounts of potassium each day...”
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“...Magnesium and potassium are important minerals.”
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“...This leads to fluid loss, dehydration and electrolyte imbalances involving sodium, potassium and chloride...”
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“...Supplemental iodine can come in salt forms, such as potassium iodide; or by supplying food sources such as kelp...”
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“Pertaining to potassium.”
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“...Phosphate of Potassium. May be used for...”
Kaliuretic
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“Substance increasing elimination of potassium into the urine.”
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“...They do this by increasing secretion of substances such as potassium and calcium when concentrations in the blood are too high, and by increasing reabsorption and decreasing secretion when levels are too low...”
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Potassium
“Individuals with kidney dysfunction may have trouble excreting potassium and should only take potassium supplements under the observation of their doctor.”
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“...These inhibitors include citrate, pyrophosphate, and magnesium and this is why, for example, potassium citrate tablets are prescribed to those with kidney stones...”
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Potassium Need
“When potassium levels fall too low, urine citrate also drops, decreasing your protection against stones.”
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“...The kidneys recycle chemicals such as sodium, phosphorus, and potassium and thus regulate their levels...”
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Potassium Need
“Potassium loss can occur in cases of laxative or enema overuse.”
...the condition
“...Low levels of certain minerals known as electrolytes – magnesium, potassium, calcium and sodium – have long been linked to leg cramps...”
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“...For aldosterone deficiency, fludrocortisone acetate can be used to help balance sodium and potassium, and increase water retention.”
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Licorice Root
“...However, licorice root used regularly in large doses can produce high blood pressure, water retention, potassium wasting, and breast enlargement in men...”
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“...Elsewhere, most of it, like potassium, is found inside the cells...”
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“...It is the fifth mineral in abundance within the body – behind calcium, phosphorus, potassium and sodium...”
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“...Diets that provide plenty of fruits and vegetables, which are good sources of potassium and magnesium, are consistently associated with lower blood pressure...”
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“...Sodium and potassium are essential for the proper function of nerve cells in the brain and inner ear, but too much sodium can make the inner ear more sensitive or reactive, and thus more susceptible to an attack...”
Mineralocorticoid
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“One of the steroids of the adrenal cortex that influences salt (sodium, potassium) metabolism.”
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“...Bulk minerals include calcium, magnesium, sodium, potassium, and phosphorus...”
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“...Some people have found relief in treating their twitching with mineral supplements (such as potassium or calcium), hot packs, massage, or drinking a few glasses of tonic water for the quinine...”
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Effects of a Low Carbohydrate Diet
“...Along with the toxins created by low-carbohydrate diets, one's kidneys also flush out critical electrolytes such as calcium, magnesium and potassium, which may result in muscle cramps or worse...”
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Dehydration
“Excess sweating or dehydration can deplete minerals in the body – minerals that are important for good muscle function, such as sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus.”
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Conventional Drug Avoidance
“Medications such as diuretics or water pills can lead to cramping due to loss of sodium and potassium.”
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Potassium
“The weakness of myasthenia gravis may be improved by potassium consumption, if dietary potassium is low.”
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Scalp hair health
“...Bone becomes weak, and the body begins to lose other important nutrients (sugar, potassium, calcium).”
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“...Some commercial brands of noni juice can be high in potassium. While potassium is a valuable nutrient in a normal diet, persons with advanced kidney disease cannot excrete it properly and should avoid certain brands noni juice which have been known to...”
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“...The most commonly used osmotic laxatives include magnesium hydroxide ("Milk of Magnesia"), magnesium citrate, magnesium sulfate (Epsom salts), sodium potassium tartrate, lactulose, glycerol and polyethylene glycol...”
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Potassium
“Moderate potassium supplementation improves calcium balance in post-menopausal women...”
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“...Research indicates that chromium vitamins C, E, B-complex, calcium, magnesium and potassium are especially important.”
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Energy/stamina
“Sodium phosphate or potassium phosphate is often used by endurance athletes in order to increase aerobic capacity and athletic performance...”
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“Potassium is one of the major minerals used in the body...”
...the condition
“Potassium is a mineral that is required in significant amounts for human health...”
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Your skin's elasticity
“Skin elasticity is an indicator of potassium levels. The skin on the back of one's hand, when pinched, should snap back like a fresh rubber band; if there is not enough potassium or too much sodium then the tissues will start to harden...”
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Magnesium
“Potassium levels depend upon adequate magnesium...”
...the condition
“...Supplementing with kelp, spirulina, and potassium oxide (K2O) can help relieve symptoms...”
...the condition
“...Supplements that may alleviate symptoms include: Dandelion; Parsley; Vitamin E; Chaste tree; Potassium; Vitamin B-complex (taken daily); Vitamin B6 (taken during the last 14 days of each cycle); See also: Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) PMS-A (Anxiety) PMS-C (Craving) PMS-D (Depression)”
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“...smoking, alcohol consumption, lack of exercise, a change in life-style, more energy intake than energy expenditure (taking into account resting metabolic expenditure), environmental factors, salt/potassium retention, hidden food allergies, major depression/anxiety/other psychological, medical illness, medications, during and after pregnancy, cultural (perceptions on obesity), and socioeconomic...”
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“...It also contains minerals and trace elements such as calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc, silica, potassium, phosphorous, manganese, cobalt and copper...”
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“...Increasing potassium consumption has a beneficial effect of reducing health consequences in those who are salt sensitive...”
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“...Silicon is known for its ability to combine with Calcium, Potassium, and Phosphorus to build strong bones, nails, and teeth...”
...the condition
“...The amount of potassium in their blood drops, causing an imbalance in blood chemicals that can affect the heart, muscles, and nerves...”
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“...All of these functions are interrelated with potassium.”
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“...Stevia also contains protein, fibers, carbohydrates, phosphorus, iron, calcium, potassium, sodium, magnesium, rutin (flavonoid), zinc, vitamin C and vitamin A.”
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Plant-Based Nutrition
“A low incidence of cerebrovascular disease was associated with geographical regions where fresh fruit and vegetable consumption (and therefore increased potassium) was high...”
...the condition
“...There are six names used for sulfites: sulfur dioxide, sodium sulfite, sodium bisulfite, potassium bisulfite, sodium metabisulfite, and potassium metabisulfite...”
...the condition
“Alcohol is a diuretic (causing loss of fluid), which results in a loss of essential salts such as potassium and magnesium...”
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Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption
“For added protection under the sun, take advantage of fresh fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants, like carotenoids and flavonoids, and high in potassium.”
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Dehydration
“Dehydration can cause a loss of electrolytes such as potassium and sodium, which are required for normal muscle control and nerve function...”
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“...Cider vinegar is high in potassium, which is needed for the proper functioning of the heart and muscles, and in pectin (a type of fiber)...”
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“...Pyridoxine also aids in maintaining sodium and potassium balance and promotes red blood cell formation...”