As the weather warms, increase your potassium

[ttdriver]

If you are working out rigorously (like jogging or running, for example) and sweating alot, don't forget to add potassium to your list of supplements.

I learned this lesson yesterday .. I was out doing my usual run and suddenly, AUGH! Cramp in the left calf .. so I stopped, stretched it out until it relaxed .. continued my journey and within another 100 yards .. BAM, another cramp in the right leg ...

I haven't been taking potassium during the cooler months, but now that its in the mid 80s here ... um.... note to self: TAKE POTASSIUM!

Just wanted to give you guys and gals a heads up!! Nothing hurts like a rock hard calf muscle!

Betty

[ValidRouge]

Re: As the weather warms, increase your potassium

Betty,

I copied this from the news/research forum where I had posted this before:

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2003...ain565460.shtmlI actually had some of Glaceau's Smart Water last week....only because it was on sale (and a bargain) at 32oz bottle for $1.00 at Target. Supposedly this stuff is distilled water, with magnesium, calcium, and potassium added. Tasted the same as Dasani or Aquafina to me....which I normally don't like. The label doesn't say how much calcium, magnesium or potassium it has in it. If it had enough to make a real difference I would buy it and drink it more often. Can't seem to find out that information on a web search though.

What do ya think??

I have been supplementing with potassium, because the cramps at night were killing me, and it's helped. I'm going to stop by Target today and see if it's still on sale.

[ttdriver]

Re: As the weather warms, increase your potassium

Thanks, Joy, I will look for it!!


Betty