What Are The Potassium And Phosphorus Contents Of Okra? A Review By Nutrition Professionals

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Expert opinion from Cassia D Muller

Bechelor in Nutrition · 2 years of experience · Brazil

In 100g of okra, we find 55.8mg of phosphorus and 248.8mg of potassium. It is considered a low amount of potassium, since the recommended daily intake is 4,700, and also phosphorus, whose recommended daily intake is 700mg.

Expert opinion from María F. Carzon

Bachelor degree in Human Nutrition · 4 years of experience · Argentina

Following the You. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) data, every 100 grams (g) of okra contains 299 mg of potassium and 40mg of phosphorus. These values ​​are approximate.

Expert opinion from Deidre Huysamen

Dietician – Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services · 7 years of experience · South Africa

Okra that has been cooked, without salt, has a potassium content of 596.7mg and phosphorus content of 117.3mg per 300g serving. This will change per cooking method.

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