One serving of Skittles has 250 calories, including 2 1/2 grams of fat and 46 grams of sugar. The flavors of Skittles available are original, sour, wild berry, tropical, desserts and dark side.Skittles was created by a British company and was first available in 1974.
Low potassium levels can affect your muscles and may cause cramping, leg pain, muscle weakness and fatigue. Because of the relationship between electrolytes and your body's water level, you also may experience severe thirst, frequent urination or constipation.
Electrolytes are positively or negatively charged ions that conduct electrical activity. In the human body electrolytes must be present in proper concentrations to maintain fluid balance, muscle contraction and neural activity. The kidneys work to maintain electrolyte balance by conserving or excreting electrolytes.