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.
People who consume large amounts of alcohol should take a vitamin B supplement to be sure they get enough B1. 1  Riboflavin, Vitamin B2, for Energy A diet rich in vitamin B2, also known as riboflavin, is needed to avoid riboflavin deficiency.