Among fruits: bananas, oranges, lemons, apricots, plums and nectarines, bananas contain the most potassium.
Among the three vegetables, spinach, amaranth, coriander, rape, Chinese cabbage, celery, green onion, green garlic, lettuce, potato, yam, fresh peas, edamame and other elements contain higher potassium.
Potassium is an indispensable element for human body. The content of potassium in general adult is about 65438 0.50 g, and its main function is to maintain the normal function of nerves and muscles. Therefore, once the human body lacks potassium, normal exercise will be affected.
The clinical symptoms of potassium deficiency in extended data are often covered up by the primary disease. Potassium deficiency can reduce neuromuscular stress, general weakness and reduced reactivity, which can lead to paralysis and dyspnea in severe cases. Gastrointestinal dysfunction, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, flatulence, severe cases of intestinal paralysis and intestinal obstruction. Potassium deficiency increases myocardial stress, leading to arrhythmia, atrioventricular block and even atrial fibrillation and ventricular fibrillation.
Potassium is an essential nutrient for human growth. It accounts for 5% of inorganic salts in human body and is very important for maintaining a sound nervous system and regulating heart rhythm. Can prevent stroke, maintain normal muscle contraction, and maintain body fluid balance with sodium.
References:
Baidu encyclopedia-potassium