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1269044 tn?1393189903

i maybe stretching this theory out but here it goes

So I've drinking tons of coconut water a day along with several bananas. This is definitely out of character for me. So I've figured these two things alone are equal to about 2800mg a day in potassium. Still on par closely to recommended amounts. So here's the BUT, apparently high doses can cause anxiety. I wonder if it has been Exaggerating my anxiety?  
I also thought this woul be good infofor others  
This could be a sure sign of my insanity!!  Haha!
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4522800 tn?1470325834
Hi..Yes it is part of the process But look and see how much sugar is in the drink..You know what sugar could do to some of us..Ekkkk
Hang tight you are doing good..
Bless
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1269044 tn?1393189903
Oh come on evolveru!  Not even a possibility!!  Haha!
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1269044 tn?1393189903
I'm going way out here with this theory but I think it's something to consider. Generally I probably got half that amount a day, if that. So my theory is my increase was just enough to add to an already unbearable anxiety.
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4810126 tn?1503942735
sssstttttttrrrrrrreetttccchhh...I really think this is part of the detox, mate. Don't over-think this (as I mentioned on your other thread.) Have patience with the process, etc. (All the other things apply here that I posted before.) Btw, Coconut water is AWESOME for you.
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5347058 tn?1381188426
If it does cause anxiety that kind of creates a catch 22. Need the potassium to help the RLS, it will make you more anxious! That kinda *****!
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1269044 tn?1393189903
No kidding on the anxiety right!!!!!
I maybe just stretching for answers but the reason I checked was after chugging a coconut water and eating a banana I felt more anxious. At first I didn't think anything until I was tossing and turning and had this random thoughts about too much potassium. Also found that ibuprofen can increase potassium levels. Idk just thought it was all interesting
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5347058 tn?1381188426
I don't know about the anxiety thing. I guess it's possible. I know that potassium surplus and deficiency can cause heart arrhythmias. I ate a ton of bannanas and it seemed to help with the restless leg stuff. I was so anxious the first week or so that I'm not sure anything could have made it worse lol!
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