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Nutrition » Potassium [ K ]

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Potassium is a mineral that helps your muscles, nerves, and heart function properly. It also helps regulate blood pressure and metabolize carbohydrates. 
How potassium helps your body 
  • Heart healthHelps regulate heartbeats and provides energy to heart muscle cells
  • Muscle functionHelps muscles contract and respond to stimulation
  • Blood pressureHelps reduce the effect of sodium on blood pressure
  • Cell functionHelps move nutrients into cells and waste products out of cells
  • Protein synthesisHelps synthesize protein
  • Carbohydrate metabolismHelps metabolize carbohydrates
Potassium [ K ]

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