October 16, 2025

High-Potassium Diets Support Better Mood and Mental Health

7 minutes

Low potassium intake is strongly linked to higher rates of depression and anxiety, making this mineral a key factor in protecting your mental health
Large-scale studies from Korea, the U.S., and China all show that people who consume more potassium experience greater emotional stability and fewer mood disorders
Most Americans eat nearly twice as much sodium as potassium, reversing the ratio your body needs and driving risks like memory decline, osteoporosis, and mood struggles
Whole foods such as spinach, broccoli, beet greens, tomatoes, cantaloupe, and grass fed yogurt are some of the most effective ways to naturally boost your potassium levels
Choosing natural salts over processed table salt and gradually replacing packaged foods with fresh produce helps restore balance, supporting steadier energy and improved resilience to stress

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By Dr. Mercola

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October 16, 2025

7 minutes

Low potassium intake is strongly linked to higher rates of depression and anxiety, making this mineral a key factor in protecting your mental health
Large-scale studies from Korea, the U.S., and China all show that people who consume more potassium experience greater emotional stability and fewer mood disorders
Most Americans eat nearly twice as much sodium as potassium, reversing the ratio your body needs and driving risks like memory decline, osteoporosis, and mood struggles
Whole foods such as spinach, broccoli, beet greens, tomatoes, cantaloupe, and grass fed yogurt are some of the most effective ways to naturally boost your potassium levels
Choosing natural salts over processed table salt and gradually replacing packaged foods with fresh produce helps restore balance, supporting steadier energy and improved resilience to stress

...more