How to Eat to Lower Potassium Levels

The body needs potassium. This essential nutrient impacts nerve and muscle function. However, having a high potassium level also can cause a variety of health problems such as fatigue, a weak pulse, a tingling sensation and nausea. Thus, it's vital to maintain a healthy potassium level and, if necessary, alter your diet to lower your level and improve your nerve and muscle function.

Instructions

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  Eat low-potassium foods. High-potassium foods may elevate your potassium level. To lower your levels, choose low-potassium fruits (apples, berries, peaches and watermelons) and vegetables (green beans, zucchini, mushrooms and bell peppers).

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  Limit your consumption of dairy products. Dairy products such as milk, cheese and yogurt raise potassium levels. Choose non-dairy substitutes.

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  Pay attention to food labels. Some canned or processed foods include the ingredient potassium chloride, which can increase your potassium level. Read food labels carefully and choose products without this ingredient.

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  Take garlic supplements. Garlic can stabilize your potassium level. Eat 1 garlic clove a day or take garlic capsules to lower your potassium level.

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  Eliminate food seasonings. Potassium is found in many food seasonings including salt-substitutes. Eliminate or limit your use of seasonings to maintain a healthy potassium level.