Why is potassium so important? How much potassium is found in Del Monte fruits and vegetables?
The electrolyte potassium is an extremely important nutrient. It helps our muscles work and maintains our body’s fluid levels. In addition, potassium has been linked to reduced blood pressure. More than one-third of adults are at risk for high blood pressure, a major risk factor for heart disease and stroke. While many people have focused on a low sodium diet as the key to fighting hypertension, experts now agree other dietary factors including potassium intake can aid those looking to keep their blood pressure in check. Most fruits and vegetables are a good source of potassium, but eating more dark green vegetables, orange vegetables, tomato products, potatoes, citrus fruits and dry beans will help increase the amount of potassium you consume. The amount of potassium in each individual fruit or vegetable varies; below is an overview of the potassium content of some of Del Monte’s fruit and vegetables: Vegetables • Sweet Peas – 125 mg/ ½ cup • Mixed Vegetables – 140 mg/ ½ cup • Green B
