Potassium
By: Austin Lehman
Why is potassium important
Potassium is used to
- Build proteins
- Break down and use carbohydrates
- Build muscle
- Maintain normal body growth
- Control the electrical activity of the heart
- Control the acid-base balance
What happens if I don't include this in my diet
It can cause weak muscles, abnormal heart rhythms, and a slight rise in blood pressure
3 Good sources
- Bananas
- Avocados
- Fish