95 percent of the population does not take in an adequate amount of potassium

Someone on another thread did not think potassium was a big deal- here is a stat I found and the link to the site where I got the info:

Approximately 95 percent of the population does not take in an adequate amount of potassium. Many of the foods that we consume are processed and fast foods, which are high in sodium. The types of food we tend to eat less of are fruits and vegetables, which are high in potassium. Unfortunately, most adults consume excessive amounts of sodium and not enough potassium. Our bodies require approximately three times as much potassium as calcium to function properly.

Benefits & Function:
Potassium is a mineral that helps muscles contract, maintains fluid balance, sends nerve impulses and releases energy from food. It’s needed to regulate blood pressure, neuromuscular function and maintain healthy levels of acidity. Potassium is also one of the main electrolytes that plays a key chemical role in every function of the body.

Food Sources:
Good sources include fish, potatoes (especially sweet potatoes), tomato paste, beet greens, plain yogurt, prune and carrot juice, avocadoes, dried apricots, bananas, citrus juices, dairy products and whole grains.

A few other important nutrients that tend to be low in the American diet are vitamin C, B6, iodine and dietary fiber. These are also absolutely vital to good health and a long life. A long-term deficiency of any essential nutrient is similar to asking your car to do its job without the proper fuel.

I realize that thinking about all the vitamin deficiencies I have mentioned here can be overwhelming. But don’t lose heart! The truth is, filling these nutritional gaps is much easier than you think. This month simply focus on forming a habit of eating the right types of foods and taking a good whole food multivitamin. In the next two issues, we will discuss some other vital nutrients to help you navigate through the supplemental maze.

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