
Balances fluids in the body. Helps maintain steady heartbeat and send nerve impulses. Needed for muscle contractions. A diet rich in potassium seems to lower blood pressure. Getting enough potassium from your diet may benefit bones
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Vitamin
Recommended amount
M: 4.7 g, W: 4.7 g
M: 4.7 g, W: 4.7 g
Upper limit
Not known
Not known
Good food sources
Meat, milk, fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes
Meat, milk, fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes
Additional note
Food sources do not cause toxicity, but high-dose supplements might.
Food sources do not cause toxicity, but high-dose supplements might.
Category
Mineral
Mineral
Credit
https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/listing_of_vitamins
https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/listing_of_vitamins