Fluids and Electrolytes after weight loss surgery are an important part of recovery and lifestyle after undergoing a weight loss surgical procedure. Potassium is an important electrolyte found in higher concentrations within the fluid of the cells. It is important in muscle contraction, heart rhythm, nerve function and co-enzyme function.

Fluids and Electrolytes

The following webinar (link) discusses the balance of fluids and electrolytes with particular attention to post weight loss surgery concerns. Deficiencies can cause heart arrhythmias, muscle weakness and cramping, intestinal paralysis, and neurological deficits.

The Daily Recommended Amount for Potassium is  4,700mg

Here is a list of Lower-carb potassium sources: This is not meant to be in inclusive list.  There are many higher carb sources of potassium also.

• Beet Greens- 1/2C 655 mg
• Trout 3oz – 375 mg
• Salmon  719 mg per average filet
• Halibut or Yellowfin Tuna 3oz – 500mg
• Clams 3oz- 534 mg
• Avocados 1 whole- 974 mg
• Squash 1C- 325mg
• Broccoli 1 cup 475m
• Watermelon Radish 3 oz – 233mg
• Sweet Potatoes- one potato 694mg
• Yogurt 1C – 579mg
• Tomato paste 1/4C – 342 mg
• Whole milk 1C – 366 mg
• Chicken breast meat 1 cup chopped – 358 mg
• Cauliflower 1 cup raw– 303 mg
• Peanut butter 2 T – 208 mg
• Asparagus spears 6 – 194 m
• Daikon Radish – 3″ – 280 mg
• Nuts  100-300 mg per 30g / 1 oz serving, depending on the type
• Dark leafy greens  160 mg per cup of raw, 840 mg per cooked
• Kohlrabi 3oz- 98mg
• Mushrooms 1 C- 273 mg
• Spinach – 1 cup 167 mg Potassium
• Walnuts 2 oz-250 mg