Is 5000 mg of potassium a day too much?
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The Adequate Intake for potassium for adult men is 3,400 mg and 2,600 mg for women, although the FDA's Daily Value is 4,700 mg. This raises the question: **Is 5000 mg of potassium a day too much?** The answer depends heavily on your individual health status, especially your kidney function, and the source of the potassium.
