Potassium Intake in Neurological Diseases

Abstract

Potassium is a crucial mineral for the muscles as well as the nervous system to function adequately because one of its main objectives is to cooperate with sodium to regulate the amount of fluid inside and outside the cells. As an electrolyte, potassium is known to increase cardiac and muscle activity. Also, the mineral supports the memory function of the brain. In addition, potassium increases memory and learning in healthy individuals. This is one of the main reasons why symptoms reflecting a low level of potassium are synonymous with neurological disease symptoms. In this context, the intake of potassium can be applied as a support for neurological diseases. This mini-review will discuss the potential role of potassium in several neurological diseases.