Potassium in bottled water is ranging up to around 50 mg/l in very
view waters with most waters containing below 5mg/l.
Depending on demand the daily requirement of potassium is between 2 and 4 g.
Since potassium promotes cell growth, children and young people should have an
adequate intake of potassium. Potassium regulates the balance and pressure of
water between the cells and ensures that the individual cells are adequately
supplied with food. Potassium is of special importance for muscle contraction as
well as formation and conduction of impulses of the heart. Potassium deficiency
is indicated by a weakness of the skeletal musculature and tiredness of the
smooth musculature.
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