Guest guest Posted November 16, 2002 Report Share Posted November 16, 2002 In a message dated 11/15/02 6:30:22 PM Central Standard Time, dr4kids2@... writes: << Potassium in any greater quantities than 99mg have to be in prescription form. This is because potassium has direct effects on the conduction system of the heart. Too much and your heart can go into a life threatening rhythm (or in other words - potentially cause death). >> ------------------------------ So then how come my protein shakes are allowed to have 225 mg potassium in a serving (and the label recommends a double serving for men, which would then be 450 for them)? Don't protein supplements have to adhere to the same guidelines and rules as vitamin and mineral supplements? Thanx, Carol A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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