Edema is caused by all of the following mechanisms, EXCEPT: Minimum daily requirement for potassium in healthy adults is estimated to be 2g. The average intake of potassium among the adult population of industrialized world is approximately is 2-3 per day. Recommended daily intake of potassium to reduce risk of high blood pressure, stroke, and hea disease is 4-5g/d.
Increased vascular permeability Obstruction to lymphatic flow Sodium retention Increased plasma proteins