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Fiber5
Intakes27
  • The unique nature of potassium and sodium-that is, the coexistence of their essentiality with a relationship to adverse health effects, including chronic disease risk-necessitated a new approach to the review of intake recommendations for these nutrients within the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) context. (nih.gov)
  • A 2017 National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (the National Academies) report, Guiding Principles for Developing Dietary Reference Intakes Based on Chronic Disease ( Guiding Principles Report ), provides guidance and recommendations for expanding the DRI model to include a new category of reference values specific to chronic disease risk reduction. (nih.gov)
  • An ad hoc committee of the National Academies was asked to review current evidence and update, as appropriate, the DRIs for potassium and sodium that were established in the 2005 report Dietary Reference Intakes for Water, Potassium, Sodium, Chloride, and Sulfate ( 2005 DRI Report ). (nih.gov)
  • and the Dietary Reference Intakes Corporate Donors' Fund. (nationalacademies.org)
  • Dietary reference intakes for water, potassium, sodium, chloride, and sulfate / Panel on Dietary Reference Intakes for Electrolytes and Water, Standing Committee on the Scientific Evaluation of Dietary Reference Intakes, Food and Nutrition Board. (nationalacademies.org)
  • The dietary intake data are used to estimate the types and amounts of foods and beverages consumed during the 24-hour period prior to the interview (midnight to midnight), and to estimate intakes of energy, nutrients, and other food components from those foods and beverages. (cdc.gov)
  • This release of the dietary intake data represents, for the first time, the integration of two nationwide dietary intake surveys - USDA's Continuing Survey of Food Intakes by Individuals (CSFII) and DHHS's National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). (cdc.gov)
  • Nutrient intakes reported in these files do not include those obtained from dietary supplements, medications or plain drinking water. (cdc.gov)
  • The kidneys control potassium excretion in response to changes in dietary intakes, and potassium excretion increases rapidly in healthy people after potassium consumption, unless body stores are depleted [ 2 , 6 ]. (nih.gov)
  • The kidneys can adapt to variable potassium intakes in healthy individuals, but a minimum of 5 mmol (about 195 mg) potassium is excreted daily in urine [ 3 ]. (nih.gov)
  • This, combined with other obligatory losses, suggests that potassium balance cannot be achieved with intakes less than about 400-800 mg/day. (nih.gov)
  • Intake recommendations for potassium and other nutrients are provided in the Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) developed by expert committees of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) [ 11 ]. (nih.gov)
  • EXPOSURES: Mean dietary sodium and potassium intakes and the mean potassium to sodium ratio in individuals aged 9 to 17 years. (nih.gov)
  • These dietary reference values are useful to health professionals, particularly nutrition and dietetics specialists, for developing a balanced, varied diet covering the needs of different population groups in good health (infants, children, adolescents, adults, pregnant and breastfeeding women, the elderly), without leading to excess intakes. (anses.fr)
  • In this study, we assessed the effect of diet on arsenic metabolism by measuring dietary intakes and urinary arsenic methylation patterns in 87 subjects from two arsenic-exposed regions in the western United States. (nih.gov)
  • Research suggests that military personnel have inadequate dietary intakes. (wikipedia.org)
  • Usual Intakes from Food for Energy, Nutrients and Other Dietary Components The Nutrition Surveillance Data Tool presents usual intakes of energy, nutrients and other dietary components using data collected in the 2015 Canadian Community Health Survey - Nutrition (CCHS - Nutrition). (canada.ca)
  • Please use the following citation when referencing this data: Health Canada (2019).Usual Intakes from Food for Energy, Nutrients and Other Dietary Components (2004 and 2015 CCHS-Nutrition) derived from Statistics Canada's 2004 and 2015 Canadian Community Health Survey, Nutrition, Share file. (canada.ca)
  • Health Canada (2019).Usual Intakes from Food for Energy, Nutrients and Other Dietary Components (2004 and 2015 CCHS-Nutrition) derived from Statistics Canada's 2004 and 2015 Canadian Community Health Survey, Nutrition, Share file. (canada.ca)
  • Recommendations to increase dietary potassium intakes may help to reduce this risk. (kcl.ac.uk)
  • A systematic review and meta-analysis of studies suggests however, that globally, average dietary intakes in many countries do not meet this recommendation (1). (kcl.ac.uk)
  • Whilst a deficiency in potassium is therefore quite uncommon because of this relative dietary abundance, diets high in processed food and low in fresh produce may be at risk of inadequate potassium intakes (1, 4), since food processing can reduce potassium content (1). (kcl.ac.uk)
  • Increased potassium intakes might reduce blood pressure in children, though data are limited (1), and, an inverse relationship between potassium intake and risk of stroke has been suggested (1). (kcl.ac.uk)
  • Increasing daily potassium intakes from fruits and vegetables (alkaline foods, as opposed to meat and dairy produce, acid-forming foods) may help to reduce calcium excretion in the urine and thereby have a positive effect on bone mass and concomitant benefit on risk of osteoporosis (3). (kcl.ac.uk)
  • Inadequate intakes of potassium may often be seen together with a high consumption of sodium, possibly due to dietary transitions towards a more processed diet. (kcl.ac.uk)
  • Elevated potassium intakes are generally not harmful per se (1), the risk being restricted to patient groups with impaired urinary potassium excretion who may be at risk of hyperkalaemia if consumption increases (2). (kcl.ac.uk)
  • Why measure population potassium intakes? (kcl.ac.uk)
Sources of potassium5
Protein5
  • Dietary protein and potassium, diet-dependent net acid load, and risk " by Pietro Manuel Ferraro, Ernest I Mandel et al. (mainehealth.org)
  • Dietary protein and potassium, diet-dependent net acid load, and risk of incident kidney stones. (mainehealth.org)
  • BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: Protein and potassium intake and the resulting diet-dependent net acid load may affect kidney stone formation. (mainehealth.org)
  • Diets high in potassium or with a relative abundance of potassium compared with animal protein could represent a means of stone prevention. (mainehealth.org)
  • An eight ounce glass of juice made from approximately 1 lb. of carrots contains: 2.85 g protein, 100 mg calcium, 1.3 mg iron, 975 mg potassium, 2545 mcg vitamin A, 18 mg vitamin C and small amounts of B vitamins. (gerson.org)
Supplements6
Nutrients5
  • As essential nutrients, sodium and potassium contribute to the fundamentals of physiology and pathology of human health and disease. (nih.gov)
  • Potassium and sodium are physiologically essential nutrients. (nih.gov)
  • But they also offer other nutrients such as potassium. (naturalnews.com)
  • People with IBD (ulcerative colitis or Crohn disease) often have trouble absorbing nutrients from their intestines, and may have low levels of potassium and other important nutrients. (mountsinai.org)
  • Because a large number of investigations have shown that diet is related to blood pressure, constructing dietary patterns that would ensure (1) high consumption of nutrients associated with lower blood pressure and (2) low consumption of nutrients associated with higher blood pressure would provide a feasible health-promoting intervention for the general public, including minorities. (nih.gov)
Amount of potassium5
Cholesterol1
  • For 30 weeks, the researchers fed three groups of atherosclerosis-prone male mice a high-fat, high-cholesterol diet that contained normal, low, or high levels of potassium. (nih.gov)
Carbohydrates1
  • As an essential mineral for physical health, potassium ensures the normal functioning of cells, regulates heart rate, synthesizes proteins, and metabolizes carbohydrates - all necessary mechanisms for optimal cardiometabolic health. (cardiometabolichealth.org)
Supplement6
  • Potassium, the most abundant intracellular cation, is an essential nutrient that is naturally present in many foods and available as a dietary supplement. (nih.gov)
  • Adults, take 2 Capsules once daily, with 8 oz of water, preferably with a meal as a dietary supplement or as directed by your doctor. (neotypestation.com)
  • If you have experienced an unexpected and adverse reaction to a dietary supplement, nutritional product, or generic drug, we would like to hear about it, as we may investigate the problem. (consumerlab.com)
  • If you believe that a dietary supplement (e.g., vitamin, mineral, or herbal supplement) or other nutritional product has caused an unexpected, adverse reaction, we would like to know about it. (consumerlab.com)
  • Before taking potassium or any supplement for high blood pressure, talk to your doctor. (mountsinai.org)
  • If you have IBD, your doctor may check your potassium levels and recommend a supplement. (mountsinai.org)
Hyperkalemia8
Phosphorus1
  • It belongs to the cruciferous vegetable family, contains a good amount of calcium, phosphorus and potassium, and is high in glucosinolates, which are sulfur containing compounds beneficial in inducing detoxification. (gerson.org)
Magnesium3
Urine6
  • The ratio of sodium to potassium excreted as urine is an indication of how much of these minerals is consumed. (news-medical.net)
  • When dietary potassium intake is elevated, the kidneys-composed of millions of small tubes working together-shift fluid to the area near the end of the tubes where potassium secretes into the urine. (news-medical.net)
  • Potassium is excreted primarily in the urine, some is excreted in the stool, and a very small amount is lost in sweat. (nih.gov)
  • Hypokalemia usually happens when the body loses too much potassium in the urine or intestines. (mountsinai.org)
  • We used morning fasting urine to estimate 24 h sodium and potassium excretion as a surrogate for intake. (nih.gov)
  • Potassium is consumed in food and drinks that contain electrolytes (including potassium) and lost primarily in urine. (msdmanuals.com)
Hypokalemia4
Excretion of potassium2
Calcification and stiffness3
  • In mouse studies, scientists found a mechanism that may explain how low levels of potassium in the diet can cause calcification and stiffness of arteries. (nih.gov)
  • Conversely, a high-potassium diet reduced calcification and stiffness. (nih.gov)
  • While the mechanism of action behind this connection is not fully known, researchers have found that low levels of potassium cause calcification and stiffness of the arteries in mouse studies, linking deficiency to common cardiovascular conditions. (cardiometabolichealth.org)
Level of potassium in the b1
Calcium6
  • All hypercalciuric patients are advised to follow reasonable dietary changes to help limit their urinary calcium loss, reduce stone recurrences, and improve the effectiveness of medical therapy. (medscape.com)
  • On the other hand, patients who normalize their urinary calcium excretion with dietary changes alone may still benefit from thiazides or other therapies to avoid or treat bone demineralization and osteoporosis or osteopenia. (medscape.com)
  • This is why dietary oxalate is limited whenever calcium intake is reduced. (medscape.com)
  • Dietary modifications involving reasonable restrictions of dietary calcium, oxalate, meat (purines) and sodium, have been useful in reducing the urinary supersaturation of calcium oxalate. (medscape.com)
  • One explanation is that potassium might prevent vascular calcification, the buildup of calcium in the smooth muscle cells within arteries. (nih.gov)
  • The team also showed that low potassium increased the calcium level within smooth muscle cells. (nih.gov)
Consumption13
  • Appropriate intake of potassium has a protective effect against lung cancer, while high consumption of sodium is associated with an increased risk of lung cancer. (medscape.com)
  • Previously, several studies reported that high intake of potassium was negatively related to the occurrence of colorectal cancer, and high sodium consumption could increase the risk of renal cell cancer, colorectal cancer, and gastric cancer. (medscape.com)
  • Following the dietary recall, respondents are asked questions on water consumption during the previous 24-hour period, salt use, and whether the person's intake on the previous day was usual or unusual. (cdc.gov)
  • These results can inform efforts to encourage consumption of foods naturally low in sodium, which might have the dual benefit of reducing sodium intake and increasing potassium intake, contributing to cardiovascular disease prevention. (cdc.gov)
  • This suggests that increasing consumption of foods rich in potassium may play a role in preventing osteoporosis. (mountsinai.org)
  • Throughout the history of U.S. military nutrition, the main issue with military food has not been dietary quality, but rather the lack of food consumption. (wikipedia.org)
  • Previous research has revealed that a high sodium/potassium ratio raises cardiovascular disease risk , while other studies have found that increasing potassium consumption may reduce the risk of hypertension, heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases. (cardiometabolichealth.org)
  • The insufficient consumption of potassium in the American population should not be neglected, as the potential ramifications are severe. (cardiometabolichealth.org)
  • Elevated blood pressure and hypertension are leading risk factors for stroke events - which may also be mitigated with increased potassium consumption. (cardiometabolichealth.org)
  • Further research has supported the connection between increased potassium consumption and a decreased risk for stroke and other cardiovascular diseases. (cardiometabolichealth.org)
  • There is a relationship between over-consumption of sodium and under-consumption of potassium, both of which are important risk factors for cardiovascular disease and stroke. (kcl.ac.uk)
  • In the United States, the average daily consumption of more than 3,400 mg of sodium greatly exceeds the limit recommended in the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (2,300 mg for general population and 1,500 mg for blacks, middle-aged and older adults, and those with hypertension) (4,5). (cdc.gov)
  • A high potassium level has many causes, including kidney disorders, medications that affect kidney function, and consumption of. (msdmanuals.com)
Iodide6
  • In vitro treatment of activated B cells with potassium iodide induced ferroptosis by increasing intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) and ferrous iron in a concentration-dependent manner. (nature.com)
  • Exposure of activated B cells to potassium iodide (KI) promoted cell death with increased ROS, ferrous iron, and membrane permeability in a dose-dependent manner. (nature.com)
  • Potassium iodide (KI) is a type of iodine that is not radioactive and can be used to help block one type of radioactive material, radioactive iodine (I-131), from being absorbed by the thyroid. (cdc.gov)
  • Iodine (potassium iodide) provides nutritional iodine to help ensure adequate dietary intake, as part of a healthy diet. (planetorganic.com)
  • Potassium iodide is a more consistent and reliable form of iodine than seaweed and kelp. (planetorganic.com)
  • Hypoallergenic plant fibre (microcrystalline cellulose), potassium iodide. (planetorganic.com)
Ratio7
  • In addition to analyzing data about the sodium-potassium ratio and its relationship to chronic disease, the research team explored strategies to educate the public about the importance of potassium for blood pressure control and heart health. (news-medical.net)
  • OBJECTIVE: To study prospectively the effect of dietary sodium, potassium, and the potassium to sodium ratio on adolescent blood pressure. (nih.gov)
  • Longitudinal mixed models and analysis of covariance models were used to assess the effect of dietary sodium, potassium, and the potassium to sodium ratio on systolic and diastolic blood pressures throughout adolescence and after 10 years of follow-up, adjusting for race, height, activity, television/video time, energy intake, and other dietary factors. (nih.gov)
  • While the potassium to sodium ratio was also inversely associated with systolic blood pressure (P = .04), these effects were generally weaker compared with effects for potassium alone. (nih.gov)
  • Studies show that people with a higher sodium-potassium ratio have a higher risk of heart disease and all-cause mortality. (mountsinai.org)
  • The dietary imbalance caused by a high sodium/potassium ratio is thought to contribute to high blood pressure - which affects over one-third of the population. (cardiometabolichealth.org)
  • Due to the interrelationship of potassium and sodium in the body, a one-to-one intake ratio of potassium to sodium is considered most beneficial for health (1, 6). (kcl.ac.uk)
Deficiency1
Consuming more potassium-rich1
  • The beneficial effects of dietary potassium on both systolic and diastolic blood pressures suggest that consuming more potassium-rich foods during childhood may help suppress the adolescent increase in blood pressure. (nih.gov)
Increasing potassium levels1
Vegetables7
  • The main dietary sources of β-carotene are vegetables (carrots, sweet potatoes, green leafy vegetables) and fruits (mangoes, melons). (anses.fr)
  • Approximately 43% of potassium intake came from the top 10 categories, which included foods low in added sodium (e.g., unflavored milk, fruit, vegetables) and prepared foods. (cdc.gov)
  • Increasing intake of foods that are naturally low in added sodium (e.g., fruits and vegetables without added salt) might have the dual benefit of decreasing sodium intake and increasing potassium intake. (cdc.gov)
  • Most people get all of the potassium they need from a healthy diet rich in vegetables and fruits. (mountsinai.org)
  • Choose lower-potassium vegetables, such as gai lan (Chinese broccoli), broccolini, gai choy (Chinese mustard greens), choy sum (a type of Chinese cabbage), bean sprouts, green beans, and snow peas. (healthline.com)
  • In comparison, a fruit/vegetable-rich diet that included 8.5 servings of fruits and vegetables instead provided up to 4,100 mg of potassium daily, while a "combination diet" including the same amount of servings with added low-fat dairy products and reduced sugar and red meat intake averaged 4,400 mg of potassium per day. (cardiometabolichealth.org)
  • Yet, potassium is widely available in the diet: potassium-rich foods include green leafy vegetables, fruits especially bananas, legumes, seafood and dairy foods. (kcl.ac.uk)
Diet high in potassium2
Regulates2
Adequate3
  • Although dietary changes alone may not always be a successful or adequate treatment, dietary excesses possibly can undermine or defeat even optimal medical therapies. (medscape.com)
  • Adequate potassium intake might offset the hypertensive effects of excessive sodium intake ( 1 ). (cdc.gov)
  • The findings have important translational potential," says coauthor Dr. Paul W. Sanders of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, "since they demonstrate the benefit of adequate potassium supplementation on prevention of vascular calcification in atherosclerosis-prone mice, and the adverse effect of low potassium intake. (nih.gov)
Mineral6
  • Epidemiological studies have reported that dietary mineral intake plays an important role on lung cancer risk, but the association of sodium, potassium intake is still unclear. (medscape.com)
  • Potassium is a very important mineral for the proper function of all cells, tissues, and organs in the human body. (mountsinai.org)
  • It may be that taking potassium helps lower blood pressure only if you are deficient in the mineral. (mountsinai.org)
  • Potassium is a mineral that is essential for health. (nih.gov)
  • Potassium is an important mineral that we need for normal nerve, muscle, and heart function. (healthline.com)
  • Potassium is a mineral that is found in many foods and is needed for several functions of your body, especially the beating of your heart. (drugs.com)
Suggests3
  • Over the years, increasing evidence suggests that sodium and potassium intake patterns of children and adults influence long-term population health mostly through complex relationships among dietary intake, blood pressure and cardiovascular health. (nih.gov)
  • This rise in bone-associated proteins suggests that low potassium directly affects the calcification of smooth muscle cells. (nih.gov)
  • Further research suggests that plant-based potassium may not affect blood potassium levels as much as initially thought. (healthline.com)
Chloride10
Minerals3
Citric Acid7
  • The combination of lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate is used to prevent pregnancy when used just before vaginal sex in women who can become pregnant. (medlineplus.gov)
  • The combination of lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate is in a class of medications called non-hormonal contraceptives. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate may prevent pregnancy, but this medication will not prevent the spread of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV, the virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome [AIDS]) and other sexually transmitted diseases. (medlineplus.gov)
  • The combination of lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate comes as a gel in a pre-filled applicator to be applied into the vagina. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate vaginal gel may be used at any time during the menstrual cycle. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate vaginal gel may be applied after your doctor has told you that it is safe to resume vaginal intercourse after childbirth, abortion, or miscarriage. (medlineplus.gov)
  • tell your doctor and pharmacist if you or your sexual partner are allergic to lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in lactic acid, citric acid, and potassium bitartrate vaginal gel. (medlineplus.gov)
Source of potassium3
Rich in potassium2
  • It's a well-known fact that bananas are rich in potassium, but here are some other potassium-rich foods to spark up your palate. (naturalnews.com)
  • Studies show a positive link between a diet rich in potassium and bone health, particularly among elderly women. (mountsinai.org)
Intake of potassium1
Sodium intake5
  • Multivariable Cox proportional hazards regression was used to calculate hazard ratios (HRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) of incident lung cancer associated with dietary potassium and sodium intake. (medscape.com)
  • [ 8-11 ] However, there are few studies on the relationship between potassium, sodium intake and the risk of lung cancer. (medscape.com)
  • In the present study, we aimed to evaluate whether dietary potassium, sodium intake was associated with lung cancer risk using the data from both the Prostate, Lung, Colorectal, and Ovarian (PLCO) cancer screening trial and the observational study of the Women's Health Initiative (WHI). (medscape.com)
  • For apparently healthy U.S. adults aged ≥19 years, guidelines recommend reducing sodium intake that exceeds 2,300 mg/day and consuming at least 3,400 mg/day of potassium for males and at least 2,600 mg/day for females* ( 1 ). (cdc.gov)
  • Certain medications, a high sodium intake, and other risk factors can contribute to the insufficient potassium levels of the population - which in turn, elevate the risk cardiometabolic repercussions. (cardiometabolichealth.org)
Levels14
  • The research team reviewed more than 70 studies related to dietary approaches to regulating high blood pressure and found that the interaction of sodium and potassium is integral to maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. (news-medical.net)
  • Otherwise, in healthy individuals with normal kidney function, abnormally low or high blood levels of potassium are rare. (nih.gov)
  • Although blood potassium levels can provide some indication of potassium status, they often correlate poorly with tissue potassium stores [ 3 , 9 , 10 ]. (nih.gov)
  • Potassium is needed to help support water balance, levels of acidity and neuromuscular function while playing a critical role in the transmission of electrical impulses in the heart. (neotypestation.com)
  • The general term "dietary reference value" covers a set of dietary nutrient intake values that vary according to age and gender, and also according to physical activity levels, physiological status (e.g. pregnancy) and eating habits. (anses.fr)
  • Older people should be careful when taking medication that may affect potassium levels, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and ACE inhibitors. (mountsinai.org)
  • Some studies have linked low levels of potassium in the diet with high blood pressure. (mountsinai.org)
  • Other studies show that heart attack patients who have moderate potassium levels, between 3.5 and 4.5 mEq/L, have a lower risk of death. (mountsinai.org)
  • Low levels of potassium have been linked to high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke in people. (nih.gov)
  • In the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) trial , researchers assessed the impact of different nutritional patterns on blood pressure levels, comparing three common diets. (cardiometabolichealth.org)
  • Patients who are at risk of low potassium levels due to a high sodium diet or the use of medications should be advised to incorporate more dietary potassium to prevent heart health complications. (cardiometabolichealth.org)
  • Any patient with significantly elevated potassium levels should undergo dialysis, as pharmacologic therapy alone is not likely to adequately bring down the potassium levels in a timely fashion. (medscape.com)
  • Other groups at risk are those with chronic kidney damage and certain medications, e.g. antihypertensives that block the renin-angiotensin system (angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers) and some diuretics can cause high potassium levels if dietary intake is unchecked (3). (kcl.ac.uk)
  • Potassium levels can be low as a result of a disease or from taking certain medicines, or after a prolonged illness with diarrhea or vomiting. (drugs.com)
High7
Kidney4
  • Yet, blood electrolyte concentrations are usually not influenced by dietary intake, as kidney and hormone systems carefully regulate blood values. (nih.gov)
  • However, in a new review article, University of Southern California researchers found that increasing dietary potassium is as important to improving the risk factors for cardiovascular and kidney disease as limiting dietary sodium. (news-medical.net)
  • Many beans offer potassium, but three of the best sources are adzuki beans , kidney beans and soybeans. (naturalnews.com)
  • This can happen when you have kidney disease or take medications that raise your potassium level. (healthline.com)
Kidneys1
  • Potassium is needed for muscle, kidneys, and heart function. (nih.gov)
Enough potassium2
  • Most U.S. adults consume too much sodium and not enough potassium ( 1 , 2 ). (cdc.gov)
  • A healthy diet usually provides enough potassium, but problems sometimes develop because too much sodium in the diet or certain medicines can increase the need for it. (nih.gov)
Little potassium1
  • Most U.S. residents consume too much sodium and too little potassium, increasing the risk for cardiovascular disease. (cdc.gov)
Excess potassium2
Inversely associated1
  • A large, longitudinal study reported that 24‐hour urinary potassium excretion was inversely associated with all‐cause mortality in a general population of Japanese adults aged 21 to 85 years (5). (kcl.ac.uk)
Serum1
  • Normal serum concentrations of potassium range from about 3.6 to 5.0 mmol/L and are regulated by a variety of mechanisms [ 3 , 7 ]. (nih.gov)
Severe1
  • Serious side effects of potassium include uneven heartbeat, muscle weakness or limp feeling, severe stomach pain, and numbness or tingling in your hands, feet, or mouth. (drugs.com)
Body's1
Adults3
DRIs2
Blood pressure6
  • Other studies suggest that increasing potassium intake reduces the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, possibly because of potassium's blood pressure lowering effects. (mountsinai.org)
  • Potassium is essential for regulating blood pressure and maintaining proper muscle and nerve function. (mornews.com)
  • The overall objective is to test the effect on blood pressure of dietary patterns in comparison to a usual American diet. (nih.gov)
  • This RFA, Dietary Patterns and Blood Pressure, is related to the priority areas of heart disease and stroke, and nutrition. (nih.gov)
  • For otherwise healthy individuals looking to increase their potassium intake , eating more potassium-rich produce and limiting sodium or salt substitutes can help maintain healthy blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke events. (cardiometabolichealth.org)
  • Excess dietary intake of sodium increases blood pressure (1) and can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, renal disease, gastric cancer, osteoporosis, and left ventricular hypertrophy (2,3). (cdc.gov)
Foods3