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The ‘Other’ Salt: 5 Foods Rich in Potassium

The ‘Other’ Salt: 5 Foods Rich in Potassium

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A person picks up bananas, part of the items included in the ECFA, at a fruit stall in Taipei — A person picks up bananas, part of the items included in the economic cooperation framework agreement (ECFA), at a fruit stall in Taipei June 29, 2010. China and Taiwan signed a historic deal on Tuesday to boost trade after decades of hostility, which Beijing hopes will lure the island neighbour into its embrace. The strongest ever tie-up between self-ruled Taiwan and China, which claims sovereignty over the island, will slash tariffs on about 800 items and and ease financial sector rules. PREUTERS/Pichi Chuang (TAIWAN - Tags: POLITICS AGRICULTURE BUSINESS)REUTERS

September 15, 2010 12:52 PM EDT

A recent report shows that consuming just 4.7 grams of “good salt” (potassium) is the equivalent of cutting out 4 grams of “bad salt” (sodium) in terms of reducing blood pressure.

But there are only so many bananas (.5g each) you can eat. Just in time for lunch, here’s a list of 5 foods that can help boost your potassium intake.

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