is a mineral that is in many of the foods we commonly eat. It is true to say that some foods contain higher amounts of potassium than others.
to restrict the amount of potassium in your diet if you have a high potassium blood level and depending on the stage of your kidney disease.
are high in potassium and within this, some have higher amounts when compared to others.
the high potassium fruits are bananas, all dried fruits and fruit juices. Some other foods known to be high in potassium include coffee, chocolate, salt substitutes, beer wine, nuts and crisps.
you will need to talk to your Kidney (Renal) Dietitian about this as every individual is different.
like vegetables and potatoes can also be important. Boiling all vegetables and potatoes and possibly ‘double boiling’ potatoes may be needed depending on your stage of kidney disease. Here’s a low potassium potato cooking method.