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July 25, 2008, 8:49 am
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Foods that have potassium |
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If some of you are like me and were wondering what foods are rich with potassium here is a helpful list:
apricots
dates
strawberries
turkey
bananas
watermelon
cantaloupe
raisins
prunes
citrus fruits
beets
greens
spinach
tomatoes
mushrooms
soy products
veggie burgers
peas
beans
fish
beef
salmon
cod
You use the potassium mineral as a component for balancing the pH of your body, for normal water balance in your body, and for normal muscle growth. I heard it also helps prevent muscle cramps.
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July 25, 2008, 12:17 pm
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CallieO says... |
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Well, by looking at your list, I can tell that I get a more than adequate supply of potassium. One you should add is potatoes, especially when eaten with the skin still on. |
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July 25, 2008, 2:06 pm
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mikey says... |
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I never knew some of these foods even had that in them! Talk about things you learn new each day. Thank you for the post and showing me some extra things I can fit into my diet. |
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July 25, 2008, 10:25 pm
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STP_champ says... |
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I'm surprised avocados aren't on that list. I was told they are the best fruit/veggie source after bananas (which I can't eat, because I am allergic).
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July 26, 2008, 7:13 am
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Oigen says... |
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Potassium is really good for the body, but in moderate quantities. It would have been useful to know what procents of potassium are included in each food. |
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July 26, 2008, 9:34 am
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ken7700 says... |
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That is a very detailed list for sure. I eat a lot that is on that list so I should be okay. |
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July 26, 2008, 11:29 pm
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elvenrunelord says... |
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Potassium does prevent muscle cramps in my case. When I sleep at night, if I have not eaten a banana during the day I will start having muscle cramps around my knees. |
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