The sodium and potassium content of selected vegetables.
Restriction of sodium intake and an increase in potassium intake are frequently recommended for patients with hypertension. The content of these minerals in 117 vegetables is presented. Processing practices and additives which affect the sodium content are discussed.
D005503:Food Additives; D005511:Food Handling; D011188:Potassium / Q000032:analysis*; D012964:Sodium / Q000032:analysis*; D014481:United States; D014675:Vegetables / Q000032:analysis*; D014881:Water Supply / Q000032:analysis
D005503:Food Additives; D012964:Sodium; D011188:Potassium