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Top 10 potassium rich foods

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Potassium is an essential mineral that is needed for your body. It plays many important roles in your body including maintaining normal blood pressure. Eating potassium rich foods helps maintain the vital functions of the body.

Here is a list of foods that contain potassium in high amounts.

  1. Raisins
  2. Tomatoes
  3. Spinach
  4. Bananas
  5. Lima beans
  6. Oranges
  7. Prunes
  8. Potatoes
  9. Soybeans
  10. Lentils
We need to take about 5g of potassium per day with our meals. Eating recommended amounts can help maintain your blood pressure within the normal range.It is recommended to eat foods that have plenty of potassium. In addition, your diet should contain low amounts of sodium (salt). Taking supplements is not a good idea. It can cause many side effects.
People who have certain medical conditions such as chronic kidney failure should not eat large amounts of potassium rich foods.
People who take certain types of medications should consult with their doctor about potassium intake. Some may need additional intake, while others may need to restrict the intake of foods with high potassium levels.
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