Minerals Part 3: Potassium: Blood Sugar, Hormones, Mood, and the Sodium–Potassium Pump (Solo Episode)
Podcast: The Wellness Mama PodcastPublished On: Mon May 18 2026
Description: Episode Highlights With KatieWhy potassium is the #1 most underconsumed mineral todayHow potassium runs the sodium–potassium pump that powers the entire bodyWhy potassium is the mineral of calm electricity and inside-cell stabilityHow potassium affects insulin sensitivity, blood sugar, and metabolismThe role of potassium in heart rhythm, muscle relaxation, and digestionWhy low potassium mimics anxiety and hormone imbalanceHow potassium balances sodium and helps magnesium work betterThe best food sources ... fruits, roots, coconut water, beans, greensWhy low-carb and RO water increase potassium needsPractical ways to add more potassium without supplementsWhy potassium is essential for cell voltage, hormone signaling, and nervous system safetyResources MentionedLMNT electrolyte drinksBONCHARGEI like so many of their products - from their red light products to their sauna blankets. Red light has been so helpful for me during my recovery from Hashimoto's. To find out more, go to boncharge.com/wellnessmama and use code wellnessmama for 20% off!LMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.
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