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28 sie 2012 · Ingestion of cream of tartar can potentially result in life-threatening hyperkalemia. Introduction. Cream of tartar (potassium bitartrate) is a common baking ingredient, which can be used to stabilize whipped egg whites (e.g., in meringues) or when combined with baking powder can be used as a leavening agent.
28 sie 2012 · Despite containing large amounts of potassium, there are no well-documented cases of it causing toxicity. We report two cases in which intentional ingestions of cream of tartar resulted in life-threatening hyperkalemia. In addition, we briefly review the use of cream of tartar as a historical purgative.
2 gru 2019 · Too much cream of tartar is harmful. Used as a common leavening agent, cream of tartar is sometimes promoted online as a powerful purgative that can do everything from detoxifying your system to helping you quit smoking. But beware: This powder comes with significant side effects.
28 sie 2012 · We report two cases in which intentional ingestions of cream of tartar resulted in life-threatening hyperkalemia. In addition, we briefly review the use of cream of tartar as a historical...
27 lis 2023 · Understanding the nutritional aspects of cream of tartar illuminates its health benefits. One teaspoon (3 grams) provides a mere 8 calories, without any fat, protein, or fiber. However, its standout feature is the high potassium content, with one teaspoon offering 495 milligrams.
Introduction Cream of tartar (potassium bitartrate) has a long history as a cooking aid and medicinal purgative. Despite containing large amounts of potassium, there are no well-documented cases of it causing toxicity. We report two cases in which intentional ingestions of cream of tartar resulted in life-threatening hyperkalemia. In addition, we
4 wrz 2020 · While some people claim cream of tartar relieves their migraines, no research supports the claims of its effectiveness, and one study says consumption of large quantities can cause serious...
