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Potassium
Potassium is needed for
- correct cell functions
- regulating body fluid
- regulating nerves, heart beat and blood pressure
Potassium deficiency is unusual. Severe deficiency of potassium can lead to:
- heart problem, even heart attack
Good Sources of Potassium
| Food |
| Wholemeal |
| Milk |
| Yoghurt |
| Hot chocolate |
| Tomato juice |
| Vegetable juice |
| Herring fillet |
| Mackerel fillet |
| Apple |
| Dried apricot |
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Recommended Intakes for Adults:
UK Reference Nutrient Intakes (RNI) - 3.5g
USA Recommended Daily Amount (RDA) - 3.5g