The side effects of potassium chloride. Healthy kidneys are required for potassium excretion. If you aren’t sure if you’re at risk, ask your doctor about getting your kidney function tested.

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This is the final video in a three-part series. If you missed the first two, check out Fewer Than 1 in 5,000 Meet Sodium and Potassium Recommended Intakes (https://nutritionfacts.org/video/fewer-than-1-in-5000-meet-sodium-and-potassium-recommended-intakes) and Are Potassium Chloride Salt Substitutes Effective? (https://nutritionfacts.org/video/are-potassium-chloride-salt-substitutes-effective/)

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