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Dietary Potassium Potassium (K) is a mineral that can accumulate in the blood and cause potential problems for many people with kidney disease. However, some patients receiving peritoneal dialysis may require more potassium in their diet. Consider the following list of foods when planning your meals. LOWER Potassium Foods HIGHER Potassium Foods Strawberries (moderate K) or blueberries Eggs Grapes Canned peaches, pears, apricots (drained) Tangerines Cherries Apples or applesauce Pineapple Grapefruit (moderate K) Cranberries Green or wax beans Asparagus Broccoli Carrots Canned beets Cabbage Cucumber Corn Lettuce or greens Zucchini Peppers Nuts Peanut butter (in moderation) Dried seeds, beans and lentils Pretzels (high K only if whole wheat) Bran cereal Oranges and orange juice Avocado Bananas Cantaloupe or honeydew melon Fresh peaches, pears, apricots Dried fruits Rhubarb Grapefruit, pineapple or prune juice Brussels sprouts Acorn or butternut squash Tomato or vegetable juice Pumpkin Artichokes Fresh tomatoes Baked beans Processed meats (hot-dogs, cold cuts) (some fat-free, low-salt varieties may be high in K) Find out about phosphorus, sodium and protein

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