Five Signs Showing You Suffer From Lack Of Potassium

Lack Of Potassium

Potassium is one of the minerals that plays an important role in the proper functioning of all cells, tissues and organs in our body. It is necessary for smooth functioning of the heart. It plays a key role in the bone density, muscles activity, nerves, digestion, and it also regulates the work of body fluids.

According to a new study, it becomes clear that the sufficient amount of potassium in the body, can protect you from cardiovascular and kidney diseases, it is an excellent prevention of type 2 diabetes, as well. The easiest way to determine lack of potassium in the body is - blood test. It will indicate exactly what is the amount needed per day.

But if you repeatedly postpone your visit to the lab, you should be informed about  the 5 most common signs, showing lack of this important mineral. If you observe even 2-3 signs, it is mandatory to check the level of potassium in your body.

1. You suffer from heart palpitations any time of day

When potassium levels are extremely low, it is likely to suffer from palpitations at any time of the day. Often it occurs during sleep. In this case, do not delay the visit to the doctor, to have level of potassium in the blood analyzed.

2. Suffering from cramps or spasm of the legs muscles

If you have painful muscle spasms and cramps, it is likely to suffer from lack of potassium. Active athletes are most affected by this problem, and fitness maniacs, as well. The reason is the reduced amount of electrolytes in the body, including potassium, which go down due to the excessive sweating. In this case, it is extremely important to know whether you have enough potassium in your body.

3. You have often high blood pressure raised

Genetic predisposition, obesity, excessive use of salt or stress can be a cause for frequent high blood pressure, but also the reason for it may be a lack of potassium in the blood. If in your family you have people suffering from hypertension, then you should definitely keep track of potassium levels in your body.It’s good for your health to include foods that are rich in this mineral.

4. You feel tired and weak
Feeling of weakness in the muscles  and desire to relax, can be  a certain signal that  you suffer from lack of potassium in the blood. It is important in this case, not postpone the visit to a doctor.

5. Fewer fruits and vegetables in your food

If you're not among the fans of vegetables and fruits, your chances to suffer from potassium deficiency is extremely large. Do not delay checking the levels of potassium in the blood, and make some corrections in you daily menu.