What are some low cal foods high in potassium and iron?

amntsu

I've been trying to increase my potassium and iron levels without increasing my salt intake or my calories. It seems like every source of iron is high in sodium and every source of potassium is a high calorie starch. Any suggestions? I would be grateful for any help :happy:

erinsueburns

I've been trying to increase my potassium and iron levels without increasing my salt intake or my calories. It seems like every source of iron is high in sodium and every source of potassium is a high calorie starch. Any suggestions? I would be grateful for any help :happy:

Try using this tool:

http://nutritiondata.self.com/tools/nutrient-search

bcattoes

For potassium, low sodium V8 is great. Only 70 calories, 200 mg sodium and 1180 mg potassium per 11.5 oz (340 ml) can.

devilwhiterose

Banana?

imfivebyfive

http://www.healthaliciousness.com/articles/fruits-and-vegetables-high-in-iron.php

miracole

bananas for potassium and iron enriched bran cereals. Even if you don't love the calories in cereal the high fibre makes it worth it!

oh and broccoli can be a good source of iron.

jr1985

beans. miracle food!

Jxnsmma

Banana?

Hey, you stole my answer!!

terrappyn

Fruits and Vegetables

Spinach, broccoli and chinese cabbage are low carbohydrate vegetables which, according to the National Kidney Foundation, are are also high in potassium. Avocados and tomatoes are low-carb, potassium-rich fruits. To receive the maximum amount of potassium from these foods refrain from cooking or leaching the vegetables or fruits for an extended period.

Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/268978-low-carb-high-potassium-foods/#ixzz2Hy8gJR6D

imfivebyfive

You could also just take a multi-vitamin. That's what I do to make up for a lack of iron.

amntsu

Thanks, that was very helpful

bumblebums

Try herbs. Parsley, chervil, dill, etc.

http://www.livestrong.com/article/523914-herbs-that-have-lots-of-potassium/

fleur_de_lis19

I have issues with low iron and the best thing that helps me is Special K. One serving has half of your daily value of iron. and usually only 150-170 cals a serving. Add low fat milk, good to go. Of course spinach is a great one too.. all the leafy green things. Meat is good as well, try fish if your going for more low cal. A piece of tilapia is like 96 cals.

Missjulesdid

Flounder is very high in potassium.

tisha_rae

Potassium. - Leafy greens, salmon, squash, mushrooms, avocados, bananas

Iron – Leafy green (again ;-D) red meats, turkey, egg yolks, beans

wjrapp

My favorites are coconut water and tomatoes...and of course, beet juices...

http://www.buzzle.com/articles/high-potassium-foods-list-of-foods-high-in-potassium.html

cargilb

My favorites are coconut water and tomatoes...and of course, beet juices...

http://www.buzzle.com/articles/high-potassium-foods-list-of-foods-high-in-potassium.html

I love coconut water. I use it as a sports drink rather than gatorade or powerade. but, you have to be careful because these companies that sell them add too much sugar to the coconut water.

Arizona make a good one bottled under the name Cocozona.

amaples1978

Clams, white beans, spinach, soybeans, lima beans, kidney beans, potatos with skins

I got these off LIVESTRONG.com