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Potassium Chloride (Electrolyte)
Potassium chloride is a mineral salt commonly used as a dietary electrolyte and as a salt substitute to help maintain normal cellular function and fluid balance. In food products, it is often added to replace sodium or support electrolyte content.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Apr 24, 2025
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Water guidelines
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Food and supplement guidelines
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Risks
Hyperkalemia in susceptible individuals, gastrointestinal irritation in large doses, contraindicated in kidney disease
Benefits
Essential for nerve and muscle function, helps maintain fluid and electrolyte balance, may help reduce high blood pressure as sodium substitute
Waters containing Potassium Chloride (Electrolyte)
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