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Constipation

Can Too Much Potassium Cause Constipation?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Lynne Sheldon

Potassium is an essential dietary mineral, but getting too much of it can have negative repercussions. Constipation is not a common side effect of consuming too much potassium specifically; instead, a combination of dietary factors often contribute to gastrointestinal problems.

Lynne Sheldon has over 12 years of dance experience, both in studios and performance groups. She is an avid runner and has studied several types of yoga. Sheldon now works as a freelance writer, editor and book reviewer. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and art history from Boston University and recently completed her Master of Fine Arts in writing from Pacific University.