How to Use potassium in a Sentence

potassium

noun
  • One half cup of black beans has about as much potassium as a banana.
    — Jennifer Rude Klett, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2021
  • Bananas are a great source of fiber and potassium.
    — Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 26 June 2026
  • That’s a one-two punch for fullness, plus a good source of iron and potassium.
    — NBC News, 31 Jan. 2020
  • Both parsnips and carrots are rich in potassium.
    — Sherri Gordon, Health, 28 Dec. 2025
  • This fruit is a rich source of potassium and is packed with resistant starch.
    — Kathleen Felton, Health, 9 June 2024
  • This wholesome snack option stood out to our judges for its fiber and potassium.
    — Good Housekeeping, 28 June 2022
  • Where soils are acidic and low in potassium, wood ash is useful to most garden plants.
    — oregonlive, 24 Oct. 2021
  • But potassium ions have about two-and-a-half times the volume of sodium ions.
    — The Economist, 12 Oct. 2017
  • Many vegetables are low in potassium and rich in fiber.
    — Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 22 June 2026
  • High in protein, potassium, and iron, the stuff is made for life outside.
    — Grayson Haver Currin, Outside Online, 25 Nov. 2022
  • Talk with your healthcare provider about your potassium needs and the safest ways to boost your intake.
    — Alexandria Nyembwe, Health, 15 Jan. 2026
  • In the last 12 months, the potassium-rich fruit has seen its price rise more than 5%.
    — Claire Malon, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
  • There is not very much nitrogen in a banana peel and lots of potassium.
    — Jeff Lowenfels, Anchorage Daily News, 26 Nov. 2020
  • Be sure to eat plenty of fruits and veggies to keep potassium levels up.
    — Samantha Cassetty, NBC News, 22 May 2018
  • This could lead to hypokalemia or low potassium levels.
    — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
  • The briny liquid has long been known as an excellent source of salt and potassium.
    — Eduardo Tansley, New York Times, 30 Jan. 2026
  • The tomatoes had a higher biomass and also had more potassium when grown this way.
    — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 1 May 2024
  • The term potash is derived from the first way the potassium was extracted.
    — Julie Jag, The Salt Lake Tribune, 19 Sep. 2022
  • So, too much salt and not enough potassium in your diet can increase your blood pressure.
    — Ladan Nikravan Hayes, Cincinnati.com, 9 July 2019
  • Potatoes are known for being high in potassium.
    — Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 10 Feb. 2026
  • His potassium levels dropped and he was sent back to the hospital.
    — Dana Hunsinger Benbow, USA TODAY, 9 June 2022
  • Add a bit of wood ash, if handy, because its rich supply of potassium enhances root growth.
    — The Editors, Good Housekeeping, 21 Aug. 2018
  • This means too much potassium in your blood, which can be dangerous if not treated.
    — Merve Ceylan, Health, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Banana peels, high in fiber, potassium and essential amino acids might be worth a try.
    — Dom Amore, courant.com, 4 Dec. 2021
  • This can cause a buildup of fluid or waste in the body, or a buildup of acids, potassium and phosphate in the blood.
    — Vivian Kwarm, Mercury News, 23 Jan. 2026
  • If your potassium and sodium levels get too low, this can lead to things like seizures or a heart attack.
    — Katherine Singh, refinery29.com, 19 Oct. 2021
  • Eating more potassium-rich foods may help keep your blood pressure within a healthy range.
    — Zia Sherrell, Health, 1 June 2026
  • Pears are a great source of fiber, vitamin K, and potassium.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 23 Sep. 2025
  • Hyperkalemia occurs when there is too much potassium in the blood.
    — Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 6 Apr. 2026
  • Foods with high potassium, phosphorous and salt – think no chips and salsa or even spinach – are out.
    — Susan Young, Peoplemag, 18 June 2023

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