Potassium
Regulates fluid balance and muscle contractions
Daily Target:
3.5 grams
Potassium is a vital electrolyte, which means it helps carry the electrical signals that power your nerves and muscles. This essential function is crucial for everything from everyday movements to regulating the rhythm of your heart. While the daily requirement for potassium is relatively high, it's abundant in a wide range of whole foods. Sourcing it from your diet is the safest and most effective approach, as the nutrient is naturally packaged with fibre, allowing your body to absorb it at a steady, manageable rate.
Good sources
1/2 an avocado

provides
500 mg
1 banana

provides
450 mg
15 spinach leaves

provides
170 mg
1 sweet potato

provides
540 mg
1 serving of white beans

provides
500 mg
What the research says
π¬π§Learn about potassium's key role in your health, the best food sources, and the daily amount to aim for.NHS: potassium guide
πΊπΈThe NIH provides specific potassium RDAs for different life stages.NIH: potassium fact sheet