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Purebulk Potassium Products: Potassium Bicarbonate, Potassium Chloride, Potassium Citrate (China), Potassium Citrate (Germany), Potassium Gluconate, Potassium Iodate, Potassium Iodide, Potassium L-Aspartate 25%.

What is Potassium Aspartate?

Potassium aspartate is a safe and bioavailable analog of both potassium and aspartic acid. Both play a crucial role in general human nourishment and in sports nutrition. This supplement replenishes potassium and aids in metabolic processes through its ability to transport minerals to the cells.

When combined with aspartic acid, potassium independently interacts with numerous substances in the body to enhance physiological processes.

Potassium comprises about 5 percent of the body’s mineral content and is the body’s third most abundant element.

The mineral is an electrolyte and it is important in the transmission of nerve impulses, the contraction of cardiac, skeletal and smooth muscles, the production of energy, the synthesis of nucleic acids, the maintenance of intracellular tonicity and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.

Aspartic acid is a protein amino acid naturally found in all life forms which serves as a precursor for synthesis of proteins, oligopeptides, purines, pyrmidines, nucleic acids and L-arginine. It also promotes energy production via its metabolism in the Krebs cycle (Wikipedia) and helps optimize oxygen consumption by the cells during the energy cycle.

Potassium is an essential mineral in helping regulate water balance, levels of acidity, blood pressure and neuromuscular function. Potassium is also necessary for carbohydrate and protein metabolism. Excellent sources of potassium include beans, milk, vegetables and most fruits. The best way to ensure you have enough or extra potassium is to consume several pieces of fruit per day, as well as liberal amounts of vegetables.

Health Benefits of Potassium Aspartate

Potassium is essential for proper muscle function and various metabolic processes. It also aids in regulating blood pressure and heartbeat.

Potassium supports energy metabolism as it converts blood sugar not needed immediately into glycogen, a form of stored energy in the liver and muscle tissue.

It is also beneficial in the secretion of insulin as well as in protein synthesis, carbohydrate metabolism and various enzyme actions.

The use of prescription drugs such as aldactone, colchicines, digitalis, ACE-inhibitors, steroids, furosemide and other diuretics, penicillin, and the abuse of alcohol or laxatives all inhibit the body’s ability to absorb potassium. Those taking any of these medications, who have an eating disorder or who are alcohol-dependent should speak to a doctor about the need for potassium supplements.

Purity and Concentration of Potassium Aspartate

This pharmaceutical grade potassium aspartate contains no fillers, taste additives or anti-caking agents. The molecular compound Potassium L-Aspartate contains 22.7% elemental potassium by weight.

Suggested Use of Potassium Aspartate

As a dietary supplement, take 395 mg or as directed by physician. Due to potential toxicity, use of a digital milligram scale is necessary. {Purebulk offers several choices of scales.}

As many foods are sufficiently high in potassium, the FDA recommends no more than 100 milligrams daily intake of elemental potassium in supplemental form. Potassium aspartate powder is 25% elemental potassium. A serving of 395 milligrams potassium aspartate powder will yield 99 milligrams actual supplemental potassium.

Potential Side Effects of Potassium Aspartate

WARNING:Potassium is toxic, even fatal, if taken in excess. Keep potassium products out of reach of children and pets.

While potassium depletion or deficiency is a health risk, excessive intake of potassium is also linked with toxicity. Too much potassium can irritate the gastrointestinal tract, and elevated blood potassium levels (hyperkalemia) may cause irregular heartbeats or even heart attack. Use only under medical supervision.

If you are supplementing with potassium, pay careful attention to how much fruit you are eating daily as fruit contains a high amount of potassium.

People using potassium-sparing drugs should avoid using potassium-containing products or supplements unless they are under the supervision of a doctor.

Although serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction.

Occasional side effects include diarrhea, loose bowel movements, nausea, gastric upset (stomach pain) and vomiting. If these side effects occur, consider reducing the amount of your supplement, and increasing the intake of foods that are naturally high in potassium.

How should I store it?

You will receive this powder in a resealable bag. Store it in a cool, dry, dark location. Reseal tightly between uses.

References & Further Research

University of Maryland Medical Center: Potassium

Linus Pauling Institute, Micronutrient Information Center: Potassium



NOTE: 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.

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