Is a daily banana harmful to a person taking a potassium sparing diuretic?

Question

My mother, who for years has enjoyed a daily banana each morning ,is now worried that her new potassium sparing diuretic has a recommendation not to eat bananas,raisins,prunes. Would a single banana be harmful on a daily basis? She finds its 'helpful' for her daily bowel routine.

Answer 1

One banana a day isn't going to harm her.

Answer 2

I asked my doctor the same question a short time ago and he said no a banana a day is fine. Even though I am now on potassium sparing diuretic I still am losing some potassium and find it hard to keep it normal. Your mum would have to eat vast quantities of bananas to have any effect on her potassium.

Answer 3

no it isn't harmful at all. a potassium sparing diuretic doesn't spare all the potassium, some is still lost, one banana a day isn't going to hurt her at all. I wouldn't suggest eating an entire hand of bananas, but one, no, no problem.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Bananas are high in potassium. If she speaks to a dietitian she should be able to advise her. Usually they are attached to your GP surgery. Ask the practice nurse or GP to arrange this.

Answer 6

The banana will give you potassium.That amount shouldn`t be a problem!!!!!

Answer 7

depends what she does with the banana

Answer 8

if her doctor has said avoid bananas she should do so