Thyroid hormone is used to treat underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism). It is a natural product made from animal thyroid glands (usually a pig's). It replaces or provides more thyroid hormone, which is normally produced by the thyroid gland.
Foods high in potassium include bananas, spinach, carrots and oranges. Decreasing potassium intake can cause levels in the body to drop, but this is not a common reason for a decrease in potassium levels. Low potassium levels can occur when the body loses too much fluid due to illness. This fluid loss may occur because of excessive amounts of vomiting and diarrhea.
Low potassium levels can cause change in its proper function. This can include irregular heartbeats, such as dangerous arrhythmia in severe cases. Prolonged low potassium can cause structural and functional changes in the kidney. 3. Be aware of circumstances that can lead to low potassium.