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The Leafy Green That Contains More Potassium Than A Banana By Garrett Palm Oct. 27, 2025 2:39 pm EST

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Potassium is an electrolyte with a lot of positive benefits. It counterbalances salt, helping to prevent high blood pressure. As an electrolyte, it helps your body keep its fluids in balance. And it's great for muscle cramps. There's a reason people hand you a banana when you're feeling sluggish or your muscles are cramping up — it has potassium and is quick and easy to eat. However, when it comes to being a good source of this vital mineral, bananas are only middle-of-the-road. If you really want a big blast of the electrolyte, eat more beet greens.

Yes, it's difficult to grab a bunch of beet greens out of your bag while on a long

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