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Reducing dietary potassium

For various reasons, patients sometimes need to reduce the potassium in their diet. See some guidelines below:

Choose Lower Potassium Foods:

  • Fruits

    • Apples

    • Blueberries

    • Blackberries

    • Peaches

    • Pears

    • Pineapple

  • Vegetables

    • Lettuce

    • Cucumbers

    • Onions

    • Bell Peppers

    • Cauliflower

    • Carrots

    • Peas

  • Meat and Alternatives

    • Chicken

    • Fish

    • Eggs

Fewer High Potassium Foods

  • Vegetables

    • Tomatoes

    • Potatoes

    • Spinach

    • Broccoli

    • Mushrooms

  • Fruits

    • Bananas

    • Oranges

    • Grapefruit

    • Strawberries

    • Avocados

    • Squash

  • Meats and Alternatives

    • Beans

    • Nuts

    • Lentils

    • Milk

    • Yogurt

    • Cottage cheese

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