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Scope
Supplement × Supplement
Last verified
June 4, 2026
CautionModerate evidence
What is happening. Hyperhydration protocols can alter electrolyte balance, making unsupervised potassium supplementation risky.
Mechanism. Fluid shifts and electrolyte supplementation can affect serum potassium safety.
Recommendation. Avoid high-dose potassium unless medically indicated and monitor kidney risk.
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Effect on the composite score
If both Glycerol and Potassium are in the same stack, this pair applies −5 to your Stack Score (per scored caution row).
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Reference material
1- 1Goulet EDB et al. Hyperhydration systematic review. Sports Med. 2023.Needs sourceNo link