Product Details What is Potassium Citrate Potassium citrate is a potassium salt combined with citric acid. It’s a white crystalline powder that attracts and holds water absorbed from the atmosphere (hygroscopic). Potassium citrate is a good source of potassium, as it is 38.28% potassium by weight. Potassium is an essential nutrient and electrolyte that people must obtain by eating potassium-rich foods like bananas, avocados, and sweet potatoes or taking potassium supplements. However, most people don’t consume enough potassium to meet their daily needs. Insufficient potassium can cause cramping, circulatory disorders, and more. Types of Potassium Salt Manufacturers use a variety of potassium salts to synthesize potassium supplements. Some of the most common include potassium citrate, potassium gluconate, potassium chloride, and potassium bicarbonate. Potassium Citrate vs Potassium Gluconate Potassium gluconate is a potassium salt of gluconic acid. Unlike the citrate type, potassium gluconate isn’t hygroscopic. At 16.69% potassium by weight, potassium gluconate isn’t as rich in potassium as the citrate form. Potassium Citrate vs Potassium Chloride Potassium chloride is a combination of potassium and chlorine. Potassium chloride’s primary use is to increase potassium levels affected by medications, diet, or diarrhea. At 52.45% potassium by weight, it is a superior source of potassium. However, potassium citrate is more effective at supporting kidney health. Potential Potassium Citrate Benefits Potassium and Calcium Potassium helps support bone health and sustain bone mass by helping the body retain more calcium. Potassium Citrate and Kidney Health Potassium citrate is an alkaline salt that regulates acidity in foods and in the body, which helps support healthy kidney and urinary tract function. Potassium improves how well the body retains calcium, which reduces the urinary loss of calcium. Reducing urinary calcium may help reduce the risk of kidney stones. Elevated uric acid and cysteine levels in urine also contribute to the formation of kidney stones, as they increase urine acidity. Potassium citrate is an alkaline salt that can help neutralize uric acid and cysteine. Potassium for Leg Cramps The body needs electrolytes to maintain proper muscle function. Intense physical exercise, sweating, and dehydration can all deplete electrolytes. Attempting to rehydrate can worsen electrolyte imbalances, as water typically only contains trace amounts of electrolytes. Potassium citrate acts as an electrolyte and may relieve muscle cramps and spasms due to an electrolyte imbalance. The vast majority of potassium (80%) exists in muscle tissue, which can help deliver much-needed electrolytes directly to the source. Potassium and Sodium Potassium helps reduce fluid buildup and water retention by increasing urine production and sodium excretion. Potassium and Heart Health Potassium citrate may improve heart health. Studies have noted the beneficial effects of potassium-rich diets on blood pressure. Potassium citrate functions as a diuretic and may help the body excrete excess sodium. Excess sodium levels elevate blood pressure and increase the risk of stroke. Potential Potassium Citrate Side Effects Potassium citrate may cause mild gastrointestinal side effects. These include nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, or diarrhea. Individuals with kidney disorders, impaired kidney function, or adrenal gland disorders should not take potassium citrate supplements. Consult with a physician before starting any new supplement. References https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22854410 http://www.webmd.com/kidney-stones/potassium-citrate-for-kidney-stones https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11532846 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4131448/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6407543/ http://hyper.ahajournals.org/content/hypertensionaha/17/1_Suppl/I155.full.pdf https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007%2Fs00198-014-3006-9 http://www.kidney-international.theisn.org/article/S0085-2538(15)57110-X/pdf https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15817873 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10617959 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9174480 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9428447 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/1627756 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6360869 Tested by Accredited 3rd Party Labs This PureBulk product is manufactured in a cGMP registered facility. PureBulk's supplements are tested by accredited third party labs in the USA to ensure their identity, purity and potency. To receive a copy of these test results or any other PureBulk supplement please fill out the COA request form found here. *NOTE: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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