Thu, Apr-03-03, 15:54
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Plan: Atkins
Stats: 235/135/135
BF:
Progress: 100%
Location: Brisbane, Australia
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Hi Debmarjs,
Are you taking any supplements? Potassium deficiency can cause a feeling of muscle weakness. During Induction, we tend to lose a lot of extra water, which can lead to a potassium deficiency.
You replace potassium either by taking tablets, or switching to a potassium salt such as Nu Salt or No Salt (just sprinkle on your food, as with normal salt).
The Drs Eades (authors of Protein Power) suggest that early in low carbing an extra 400mg daily is a good idea.
If you take the tablets, they should be taken in divided doses, and with food, as they may otherwise cause stomach irritation.
Are you drinking plenty of water? You will especially need plenty while taking potassium.
One more thing: People who are taking tablets for high blood pressure or fluid tablets should not take potassium supplements without first checking with their pharmacist.
HTH
Rosebud
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