Potassium Deficiency (Hypokalemia): Prevention

To prevent hypokalemia (potassium deficiency), attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors.

Behavioral risk factors

• Diet
  • Licorice abuse
  • Micronutrient deficiency (vital substances) – see Prevention with micronutrients: Potassium Deficiency
• Consumption of stimulants
  • Coffee, black or green tea, cola (caffeinated beverages).
  • Alcohol (woman: > 20 g/day; man: > 30 g/day).