Neuron to Neuron. Each nerve cell in the brain sends and receives messages in the form of electrical and chemical signals. Once a cell receives and processes a message, it sends it on to other neurons. Neurotransmitters - The Brain's Chemical Messengers.
The recommended potassium intake for adults is 4,700 milligrams a day. Fruits and vegetables provide the most significant sources of potassium, particularly potatoes, squash, green leafy vegetables, legumes, bananas, citrus and dried fruits.Whole-grain breads and cereals, meats, milk, nuts and seeds are also rich in potassium.otassium is a mineral and electrolyte that plays a significant role in metabolism, water, and chemical balance in the body.
Potassium is a mineral found in varying amounts in almost all foods. Vegetables, especially green leafy varieties, are generally our richest sources of potassium. We list three excellent sources of potassium, 16 as very good sources, and 39 as good sources by our Nutrient Rating System. In other words, over half of our WHFoods provide you with significant amounts of potassium! In fact, all of our WHFoods contain at least some small but measurable amount of this mineral.