potassium
noun
po·tas·si·um
pə-ˈta-sē-əm 
often attributive
: a silver-white soft light low-melting monovalent metallic element of the alkali metal group that occurs abundantly in nature especially combined in minerals see Chemical Elements Table
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Skyr is a good source of calcium and protein, as well as phosphorus, potassium, and magnesium.71
A small study found that adding Icelandic yogurt (skyr) to a resistance training program improved muscle mass, strength, and skeletal muscle support in men aged 64-72.
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Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 3 Feb. 2025
Moreover, containing nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and trace elements, Reclyzer ensures a steady release of fertility and promotes beneficial microbial activity.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 31 Jan. 2025
Water-rich foods such as watermelon, strawberries, oranges, cucumbers, tomatoes, celery, lettuces, spinach, bell peppers and zucchini can also hydrate you as well as provide key vitamins and nutrients such as potassium, which helps muscles to contract and supports normal blood pressure.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2025
Potentially Lower Blood Pressure Fenugreek is high in potassium, fiber, and antioxidants, all of which Malloy says can help reduce high blood pressure.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2025
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Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 3 Feb. 2025
Moreover, containing nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and trace elements, Reclyzer ensures a steady release of fertility and promotes beneficial microbial activity.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 31 Jan. 2025
Water-rich foods such as watermelon, strawberries, oranges, cucumbers, tomatoes, celery, lettuces, spinach, bell peppers and zucchini can also hydrate you as well as provide key vitamins and nutrients such as potassium, which helps muscles to contract and supports normal blood pressure.
—Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2025
Potentially Lower Blood Pressure Fenugreek is high in potassium, fiber, and antioxidants, all of which Malloy says can help reduce high blood pressure.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2025
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potassium
noun
po·tas·si·um
pə-ˈtas-ē-əm
: a silver-white soft light metallic element that has a low melting point and occurs abundantly in nature especially combined in minerals see element
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potassium
noun
po·tas·si·um
pə-ˈtas-ē-əm
: a silver-white soft light low-melting monovalent metallic element of the alkali metal group that occurs abundantly in nature especially combined in minerals
—symbol K
see Chemical Elements Table
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