From the August 2016 issue of UCLA Health's Healthy Years (HY)
Ask the Doctor: Potassium; Dupuytren’s Contracture; Menopause
Find out whether you should be taking a potassium supplement.
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Q: I’ve been told that potassium is good for the heart. Should I take a supplement? A: Potassium is a vital mineral that helps the heart to contract and pump blood and also to maintain a steady rhythm. It’s always best to get needed nutrients from foods whenever possible. Fortunately, potassium can be found in a wide […]