Active Ingredient:
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Potassium |
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An element that is in the alkali group of metals. It has an atomic symbol K, atomic number 19, and atomic weight 39.10. It is the chief cation in the intracellular fluid of muscle and other cells. Potassium ion is a strong electrolyte and it plays a significant role in the regulation of fluid volume and maintenance of the water-electrolyte balance. [MeSH]
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| Related Names/Sources |
Potassium Amino Acid Chelates; Potassium Ascorbate; Potassium Aspartate; Potassium Chloride; Potassium Citrate; Potassium Gluconate; Potassium Glycinate; Potassium Histidinate; Potassium Hydroxycitrate; Potassium Ketoglutarate; Potassium Lactate; Potassium Malate; Potassium Succinate |
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Brands that contain this ingredient |
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Potassium
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Last updated: 24 October 2007
