About Potassium:
 
Potassium is an essential dietary mineral and electrolyte.
The term electrolyte refers to a substance capable of conducting electricity.
Normal body function depends on tight regulation of potassium concentrations both inside and outside of cells.
 
Potassium plays a key role in cardiac, skeletal and smooth muscle contractions.
 
Potassium deficiencies have been associated with:
Irregular heart beat
Muscle weakness
Lack of energy