17. Garlic: A Flavorful Low-Potassium Option
Turning to the world of herbs and spices, garlic makes its appearance as an excellent choice for a low-potassium diet. Despite its small size, a clove of garlic contains only about 12 milligrams of potassium, allowing you to reap its benefits without fear of significantly increasing your potassium intake.
Garlic, known for its pungent aroma and robust flavor, has been a beloved kitchen staple for thousands of years. It’s used in countless dishes around the world to enhance flavor, whether it’s sautéed in oil as a base for sauces, roasted until sweet and creamy, or minced and sprinkled over dishes for a sharp flavor punch.
But garlic is more than just a flavor booster. It’s been praised for its medicinal properties for centuries. It’s a good source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, and manganese, and it also contains compounds with potent medicinal properties, including allicin, which is believed to have a range of health benefits such as boosting the immune system and improving heart health.(*)
