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I drink about 24 oz. of coconut water for the potassium, as well as a banana almost daily. i take magnesium/calcium supplements. what's left to try?

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Dr. Armen Margaryan answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Low potassium : Are you taking diuretics? Such as lasix (furosemide). If not and your potassium is still low then you need to be evaluated by a Nephrologist

Dr Veres and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/3/2016

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A member asked:

I drink about 24 oz. of coconut water for the potassium, as well as a banana almost daily. i take magnesium/calcium supplements. what's left to try?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Armen Margaryan answered

Dr Veres and another doctor agreed

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