Potassium

[Pinkpeonies1 87]

I'm getting leg cramps in the middle of the night. What are you doing as far as nutrients? I know there's a list of veggies and fruits online but I'm afraid to try some due to dumping possibilities with the RNY i.e oranges (orange juice), cantaloupe, raisins etc.

Edited September 29, 2015 by Pinkpeonies1

[Djmohr 6,965]

I think you should call your nut. They let me have soft fruit from a can at 4 weeks post op. Are you getting enough Water at this point? The reason I ask is because that can cause severe leg cramps as well.

[TristanNicole 169]

Avocado, squash, bran products, tomatoes are all high in potassium, potatoes are high as well but that's probably a no no. Maybe try an electrolyte drink, or look up a recipe and make it at home.

[Faithoftheheart 42]

My potassium was very low as well. I was at a 2.2. At this point it would be impossible to consume the amount needed so they gave me a script for it. So I would definitely recommend getting your level checked. I was having some issue and ended up in the ER and they discovered it when they ran labs.

[Pinkpeonies1 87]

Thank you all for replying. My lab work was done 1 month out and showed Iron deficiency. I have since changed iron supplements per doctors orders. He didn't mention anything about my other levels and I didn't ask about my leg cramps because I thought it was just me. It wasn't til later that I found out it can be a potassium deficiency. My Water intake is low and I need to work on that. I am currently drinking 24-36 oz a day. I had no idea dehydration can cause it too. :/