Potassium is a mineral that is required for healthy functioning of the human body. It helps build proteins, which in turn facilitate muscle repair and growth. Also, potassium plays an important role in the electrical activity of the heart. For the optimal functioning of the body, the potassium levels in the blood and cells have to be maintained at proper level. The reference range for potassium serum level in the body is between 3.5 and 5.0 mEq/L. The safe potassium levels in the body is between 3.7 to 5.2 mg. Health problems could arise, if the amount of potassium is above or below the reference range. Elevated potassium levels lead to hyperkalemia, which could put one at a risk of developing heart problems. On the other hand, hypokalemia (low potassium levels, especially lower than 2.5 mmol/L) could make one susceptible to paralysis. Individuals who are affected by hypokalemia should increase their intake of food items that are rich in this mineral. It's advisable to consume fruits that are good sources of this mineral. Some types of tree fruits, dried fruits, and fruit juices can be consumed by people who have low blood potassium levels. These include: ➠ Apricots ➠ Bananas ➠ Nectarines ➠ Mangoes ➠ Dried figs ➠ Prunes ➠ Currants ➠ Dates ➠ Figs ➠ Prune juice ➠ Grapefruit juice ➠ Pomegranate juice ➠ Orange juice According to the United States Department of Agriculture, 100 g serving of the following fruits contain:

Potassium (Value per 100 g)
Fruit	Potassium (mg)
Currants, Zante, dried	892
Prunes, dried, uncooked	732
Dates, Medjool	696
Figs, Dried, uncooked	680
Avocado, raw	485
Bananas, raw	358
Kiwi fruit, green, raw	312
Cantaloupe, raw	267
Prune juice, canned	276
Apricots	259
Figs, raw	232
Pomegranate juice, bottled	214
Nectarines	201
Orange juice, raw	200
Peach, raw	190
Mangoes	168
Grapefruit juice, pink/white, raw	162
Strawberries	153
Pear, raw	116
Watermelon	112
Apple, raw	107

Incorporating the aforementioned fruits in your diet would certainly prove beneficial. You could even drink the juice extracted from these fruits. In severe cases, it's advisable to follow a diet recommended by a nutritionist or dietitian. Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is solely for educating the reader. It is not intended to be a substitute for the advice of a medical expert.