What is potassium and why is it important to you?
Potassium is a mineral found in many of the foods you eat. It plays a role in keeping your heartbeat regular and your muscles working right. It is the job of healthy kidneys to keep the right amount of potassium in your body. However, when your kidneys are not healthy, you often need to limit certain foods that can increase the potassium in your blood to a dangerous level.
Take note:
If your potassium becomes too high, it can cause an irregular heartbeat or a heart attack.
POTASSIUM AND BLOOD PRESSURE:
Foods that are rich in potassium are important in managing high blood pressure (HBP or hypertension) because potassium lessens the effects of sodium.
If you are concerned about potassium and kidney disease, here are some tips on how to use potassium in your kidney diet:
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