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A Low Potassium Menu For When Levels Are High

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A Low Potassium Menu For When Levels Are High
A Low Potassium Menu For When Levels Are High
A Low Potassium Menu For When Levels Are High
A Low Potassium Menu For When Levels Are High
A Low Potassium Menu For When Levels Are High
A Low Potassium Menu For When Levels Are High
A Low Potassium Menu For When Levels Are High
A Low Potassium Menu For When Levels Are High

A Low Potassium Menu For When Levels Are High
A Low Potassium Menu For When Levels Are High

What to Eat When Potassium Levels are High.

Do you need a low potassium menu for when levels are high? Most people adjusting to low potassium diets have a hard time understanding which foods are good for them to eat when their potassium levels start to rise. Many foods that are generally good for the average person suddenly have sinister repercussions. If you're one of the many facing renal failure and turning to a low potassium lifestyle as a result, this should answer some of your questions about what to eat when potassium levels are high.

 

Surprising Foods that are High in Potassium

From the start, it's important to identify the foods you shouldn't eat if lower potassium is your nutrition goal. Many foods that have been good for you most of your life, are suddenly not so wise to eat. Instead of figuring out what to eat when potassium levels are high from the beginning, it's a good idea to figure out why your potassium levels are high in the first place.

Certain fruits and vegetables, for instance, are suddenly off the menu when you begin following a low potassium diet. The following fruits, and their juices, are very high in potassium:

  • ·         Bananas
  • ·         Melons
  • ·         Prunes
  • ·         Papayas
  • ·         Mangos
  • ·         Nectarines
  • ·         Oranges
  • ·         Pears
  • ·         Avocados
  • ·         Dates
  • ·         Figs

There are other fruits that are high in potassium. These are a few of the primary culprits however and a good to avoid.

There are plenty of vegetables on the list as well. While leafy greens are almost always good dietary choices, this isn't the case when you're avoiding potassium. This includes kale, turnips, spinach, mustard greens, and chard. Additionally, beans are a big no-no meaning you shouldn't eat black beans, kidney beans, lima beans, or any other beans. Pumpkins, tomatoes (including juices, sauces, etc.), and squash are on the chopping block too as they contain more potassium than is safe for you to consume.

Here's What to Eat When Potassium Levels are High

These are a few of the foods that fit under the category of “what to eat when potassium levels are high.” They're good choices because of their low levels of potassium and you can have them on the menu far more often than alternatives.

Apples, cranberries, grapes, blueberries, pineapple, strawberries, raspberries, and more are great fruits to have handy when your sweet tooth attacks as they are lower in potassium than other fruit options.

Great vegetables that make the great for what to eat when potassium levels are high include peppers, radish, lettuce, cucumbers, corn, cabbage, green beans, and celery.

Aside from fruits and vegetables there are other foods choices to consider when exploring what to eat when potassium levels are high. They include bread, nondairy creamers, rice, and pasta.

In addition to asking what to eat when potassium levels are high, you should also find out how to avoid getting your potassium levels so high in the first place. Common sense things like eating foods that are low in potassium and avoiding those that are high in potassium isn't always enough. You should also practice moderation when eating any foods and go for variety when exploring your menu options.

Get more information on our diet plans for when your potassium levels are high by clicking here.

 

 

 

Suggested Reading:

  1. Low Potassium Foods: Create A Fruit And Veggie Plate For Your Next Party
  2. What Foods Should I Avoid On A Renal Diet? Let’s Talk About High Potassium Foods
  3. How Much Potassium Should I Eat Per Meal On A Low Potassium Renal Diet?
  4. Foods To Avoid When You’re on Dialysis
  5. A Low Potassium Diet – The Key to a Renal Diet

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About The Author

I have over 22 years of experience as a registered dietitian nutritionist, and I have worked with many different people. From children to the elderly, I have helped them all. I own several meal planning websites, and I have recently published a book on Kindle and Amazon, entitles "Living with Chronic Kidney Disease - Predialysis" Read More…

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  1. LaRee Bryant says

    June 1, 2018 at 6:04 pm

    I really need info on what kind of sauce to put on the pasta since tomatoes are out. And how about cassaroles? How do you do them without cream of chicken soup?

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