Potassium
Balances fluids and supports healthy blood pressure.
What is Potassium?
Potassium is an essential mineral and electrolyte that helps regulate fluid balance, nerve signals and muscle contractions. It works in opposition to sodium and helps counter its blood-pressure-raising effect.
Health benefits of Potassium
- Helps maintain healthy blood pressure
- Supports normal muscle and nerve function
- Balances body fluids alongside sodium
- May reduce the risk of stroke and kidney stones
Top food sources of Potassium
See full rankingPotatoes, bananas, beans, leafy greens, avocado, yogurt and fish. Values shown per 100 g.
Leavening agents, cream of tartar
16,500 mg 351% DV
Leavening agents, baking powder, low-sodium
10,100 mg 215% DV
Parsley, freeze-dried
6,300 mg 134% DV
Tea, instant, unsweetened, powder, decaffeinated
6,040 mg 129% DV
Tea, instant, unsweetened, powder
6,040 mg 129% DV
Spices, chervil, dried
4,740 mg 101% DV
Spices, coriander leaf, dried
4,466 mg 95% DV
Celery flakes, dried
4,388 mg 93% DV
Coffee, instant, regular, powder, half the caffeine
3,535 mg 75% DV
Coffee, instant, regular, powder
3,535 mg 75% DV
Coffee, instant, decaffeinated, powder
3,501 mg 74% DV
Radishes, oriental, dried
3,494 mg 74% DV
How much Potassium do you need?
The FDA Daily Value is 4,700 mg. Eating more fruit and vegetables is the simplest way to raise intake.
Potassium deficiency
Low potassium can cause muscle weakness, cramps, fatigue and irregular heartbeat. Most people fall short of recommendations.
Nutrition data per 100 g from the USDA & FooDB databases. Daily Values follow the FDA 2016+ labeling standard for a 2,000-calorie diet. This guide is for general information and is not medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
What does Potassium do?
Potassium is an essential mineral and electrolyte that helps regulate fluid balance, nerve signals and muscle contractions. It works in opposition to sodium and helps counter its blood-pressure-raising effect.
How much Potassium do I need per day?
The FDA Daily Value is 4,700 mg. Eating more fruit and vegetables is the simplest way to raise intake.
Which foods are highest in Potassium?
Per 100 g, some of the richest sources are Leavening agents, cream of tartar, Leavening agents, baking powder, low-sodium, Parsley, freeze-dried, Tea, instant, unsweetened, powder, decaffeinated, Tea, instant, unsweetened, powder.
What happens if I don't get enough Potassium?
Low potassium can cause muscle weakness, cramps, fatigue and irregular heartbeat. Most people fall short of recommendations.