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.
It is important therefore to balance our intake of protein (which is alkaline) with an acid drink. A glass of water with two teaspoons of cider vinegar, taken two or three times daily is perfect for this. HEADACHES. A daily intake of apple cider vinegar helps to maintain the bodyâs acid-alkaline balance. Two teaspoons, three times daily in a glass of water is often sufficient to ward off a headache or a migraine.