Which food contains the most potassium?

• a medium banana
• a cup of low-fat fruit yogurt
• or a medium orange

Answer: The yogurt has the most potassium!

1. 8 ounces low-fat fruit yogurt contains 510mg
2. medium banana 451mg, and
3. medium orange 237mg

Potassium aids in muscle contraction and assists in the conversion of glucose to glycogen, which can be stored in the liver for energy.  Potassium and sodium serve as electrolytes , that is, they help regulate the distribution of fluids in the body.