Potassium, K. Reaction with water. When a small piece of potassium is added to water, it produces a hissing sound as it burns with a lilac flame. It also moves about quickly on the water surface. [ image ]. Hydrogen gas is given out in the reaction. The resulting alkaline solution will turn red litmus blue because of the potassium hydroxide formed.
However, a greater alcohol intake depletes the body of certain nutrients, especially amino acids, chromium, vitamin C and the B-complex vitamins like thiamin, folic acid and vitamin B6 - taking supplements of these is recommended for heavy drinkers and those in recovery.
Take Magnesium Supplements. 1  The RDA (the minimum amount needed) for magnesium is about 300 mg a day. Most of us get far less than 200 mg. 2  Some may need much more depending on their condition. 3  Most people benefit from 400 to 1,000 mg a day.