Potassium

Mineral

Mineral that lowers blood pressure; less than 2% of US adults meet recommended daily minimum intake

Food Sources

Foods that contain Potassium.

Fennel
it's loaded with potassium and folate and can be eaten raw, roasted, or braised
Source: The Young Forever Cookbook
Kohlrabi
potassium (which is important for heart health)
Source: The Young Forever Cookbook
Pistachios
rich in vitamin B6 and potassium
Source: The Young Forever Cookbook
Strawberries
They also contain potassium, which can help maintain good blood pressure
Source: The Young Forever Cookbook

Health conditions that Potassium may influence, based on research.

Stroke1640 mg additional per day
A 1,640 mg increase per day in potassium intake was associated with a 21 percent reduction in stroke risk.; A 1,640 mg increase per day in potassium intake was associated with a 21% reduction in stroke risk.
Source: How Not to Die
High blood pressure
Potassium from cereals, beans, banana, citrus fruits, potatoes, green leafy vegetables may reduce risk of high blood pressure and stroke
Source: Nutrition, Food and Diet in Ageing and Longevity

How Potassium works at a cellular level.

PromotesLowers blood pressure
Paleolithic diet was potassium-rich; modern imbalance of sodium-to-potassium ratio contributes to hypertension

Recipes featuring foods that contain Potassium.