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Re:Estimates that mineral levels in vegetables have dropped ... by giardini on Friday September 13, 2019 @11:33PM (#20968769)
> the max dosage you can get over the counter is 99mg

Most people get enough potassium from their diet. It's easily available in larger quantities but safety is the main concern:

http://www.straightdope.com/columns/read/1364/can-salt-subst...

Nu-Salt salt substitute is 100% potassium chloride in a 3-oz container. Morton Lite Salt is a 50-50% mix of potassium and sodium salt. Both are available in grocery stores. But use with caution and usually with the advice of a physician.

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Re:Estimates that mineral levels in vegetables have dropped ... by LorenPechtel on Saturday September 14, 2019 @08:09PM (#20974687)
Second the Lite Salt approach. After you adapt it seems just like regular salt--but with half the sodium and it provides the potassium.
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