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The foods you eat contain nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals. Potassium is a nutrient. Your body needs the right amount to stay healthy and work as it should. You can use the list below to help you make choices about which foods to eat.
The foods in this list have less than 200 milligrams (mg) of potassium per serving.
Fruits
Applesauce, ½ cup
Blueberries, ½ cup
Grapes, 9 grapes
Pineapple, ½ cup
Raspberries, ½ cup
Watermelon, ½ cup
Vegetables
Cucumber (peeled), ½ cup
Eggplant, ½ cup
Green beans, ½ cup
Lettuce, 1 cup
Peas, ½ cup
Radish, 1 radish
Grains
Bagel (plain), 4-inch
Bread, 1 slice
Cereal (puffed rice or puffed wheat), 1 cup
Oatmeal (cooked), ½ cup
Pasta and noodles (cooked), ½ cup
Rice (cooked), ½ cup
Tortilla (flour or corn), 1 tortilla
Dairy and dairy alternatives
Butter, 1 Tbsp
Cheese, 1 oz
Meats and other protein foods
Eggs, 1 egg
Hotdogs (beef or pork), 1 hotdog
Work with your doctor to find out how much of this nutrient you need. Depending on your health, you may need more or less of it in your diet.
What foods may contain hidden potassium?
Some foods and drinks may have hidden potassium. Food labels do not have to show the amount of potassium, but some do. Even if potassium is not listed, it may still be in that food.
Potassium may be found in:
Diet or protein drinks and diet bars.
Sports drinks. These are meant to replace potassium you lose during exercise.
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