HypoKalemia - Low Potassium: Signs, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Dr. Eric Berg DC https://odysee.com/@DrBerg:4/low-potassium-signs,-symptoms,-causes,:a

Potassium is one of the most important minerals. Potassium is involved in the power of the cells. This power generates energy for your nervous system and muscular system. Potassium is also involved in pH and works with other minerals in your body.

Symptoms of low potassium:
• Muscle weakness
• Difficulty breathing
• Constipation
• Cramps and twitching
• Arrhythmias
• Hypertension
• Fatigue
• Alkalosis
• Insomnia
• High pulse rate
• Pulsatile tinnitus

Top potassium deficiency causes:
• A lack of potassium in the diet
• Junk food
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Diuretics
• Stress or Cushing’s syndrome
• Sugar and refined carbs
• The keto diet (initially)
• Drinking too much water
• Fasting
• Low magnesium
• Laxatives
• Injuries or surgery

The best sources of potassium:
1. Beet leaves
2. Leafy greens
3. Avocados
4. Squash
5. Lima beans