How To Reduce Potassium Levels?

Follow a low-potassium diet

Avoid salt substitutes containing potassium chloride

Limit high-potassium foods such as bananas, oranges, potatoes, tomatoes, avocados, spinach, beans, and dried fruits

Choose lower-potassium foods such as apples, berries, grapes, cabbage, cauliflower, rice, pasta, and white bread

Leach vegetables like potatoes and carrots before cooking

Drain and rinse canned fruits and vegetables

Avoid coconut water and fruit juices high in potassium

Review medications with a doctor, including ACE inhibitors, ARBs, potassium-sparing diuretics, and some supplements

Stop potassium supplements unless prescribed

Treat dehydration if present

Manage blood sugar if diabetes is contributing

Get urgent medical care for severe symptoms or very high potassium levels

Follow dialysis treatment if prescribed

Have potassium levels monitored regularly by a healthcare professional

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