Vitacost Potassium Citrate - 99 mg - 300 Capsules

Description

What is potassium citrate?Potassium is a mineral found in foods such as bananas, orange juice and potatoes. Like sodium and chloride, potassium is an electrolyte, meaning it takes on a positive or negative charge when dissolved in fluids. Potassium helps regulate the body's fluid levels. It's also important for the transmission of nerve impulses, the contraction of muscles and energy production. Potassium citrate is a form of potassium in which potassium ions are bonded to citric acid. Citrates are highly bioavailable, meaning they're readily absorbed by cells. How does potassium citrate support health?By sparing calcium from excessive loss, potassium may play a vital part in maintaining healthy bone density.Evidence suggests potassium intake plays an important role in helping to maintain blood pressure levels already within normal range.Potassium citrate supports a healthy acidalkaline balance in the body which is important to kidney health.Why choose Vitacost Potassium Citrate?Contains 300 servings per bottleGreat value!About VitacostAll Vitacost products are laboratory tested to meet FDA standards for identity, purity and composition. All products are tested for heavy metals, microbiology and contaminants. Vitacost products are produced in a NSF Certified facility. Freshness is guaranteed. 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.