Potassium

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A close-up view of a watermelon's edible rind, highlighting its texture and potential nutritional value with subtle data overlays.

USDA Adds Watermelon Rind Nutrition Data to Food Database

The USDA FoodData Central now includes an official nutrition profile for raw watermelon rind, revealing it contains fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.

Ryan Patel·August 6, 2026

A diverse spread of potassium-rich foods including a large baked potato, beet greens, adzuki beans, and sweet potatoes, highlighting healthier alternatives to bananas.

Nutrition

Foods With More Potassium Than Bananas, Including Beet Greens

A single large baked potato contains a staggering 1,600 mg of potassium, dwarfing the 358 mg found in a small banana.

Ryan Patel·April 17, 2026

Athletes in peak performance, surrounded by vibrant superfoods like berries, bananas, and leafy greens, symbolizing enhanced energy and recovery.

Healthy Living

Top 5 Superfoods for Athletic Performance and Recovery

Just one banana delivers 422 mg of potassium, a critical electrolyte often lost during intense workouts, directly impacting muscle function and cramp prevention.

Lauren Fisk·April 13, 2026

A visually appealing spread of high-potassium foods including beet greens, potatoes, and soybeans, presented alongside a banana to highlight superior sources.

Nutrition

Foods With More Potassium Than A Banana

Cooked beet greens pack a surprising 1,309 mg of potassium per cup, more than double that of a medium banana, according to Dietaryguidelines .

Ryan Patel·April 12, 2026