What food does one stay away from if their potassum level is too high?

- Fruits: oranges, grapefruit, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, bananas, apricots, prunes, raisins

- Vegetables: potatoes (white, red, sweet), winter squash, tomatoes (including sun-dried), leafy greens (such as spinach, kale, and collard greens)

- Protein: milk and yogurt

- Legumes: beans, peas, and lentils

- Grains: brown rice and whole wheat bread

- Nuts: cashews, pistachios, and walnuts

- Other: coffee, tea, cocoa, chocolate, sports drinks, and energy bars.

Instead, focus on consuming low-potassium foods such as:

Vegetables: lettuce, cucumber, green beans

Fruits: grapes, blueberries, strawberries, cherries, peaches, pears, watermelons

Protein: lean meats, poultry, fish, eggs, tofu

Grains: white rice, pasta, bread

Dairy: low-fat milk and yogurt

Nuts: almonds, pecans

Other: water, herbal tea, lemonade