these electrolytes. Sodium It is recommended that an individual consumes less than 2,300 mg of sodium daily as part of a healthy diet. A significant portion of our sodium intake comes from a just a few types of food, which can be surprising as large sources of sodium may not taste salty. Breads Soups Cured meats and cold cuts Cheese Savory snacks (e.g., chips, crackers, pretzels) Phosphate In minerals, phosphorus generally occurs as phosphate. Good sources of phosphorus includes baking powder, instant pudding, cottonseed meal, hemp seeds, fortified beverages, dried whey. Potassium Good sources of potassium are found in a variety of fruits and vegetables. Recommend potassium intake for adults ranges from 2,300 mg to 3,400 mg depending on age and gender. Beans and lentils Dark leafy greens (e.g., spinach, kale) Apples Apricots Potatoes Squash Bananas Dates Calcium Dairy is a major contributor of calcium to diet in the United States. The recommended calcium intake for adults range from 1,000 mg to 1,300 mg depending on age and gender. Yogurt Cheese Milk Tofu Canned sardines Magnesium Magnesium is found in a variety of vegetables, meats, and grains. Foods high in fiber generally are a source of magnesium. The recommended magnesium intake for adults range from 360 mg to 420 mg depending on age and gender. Epsom salt Nuts and seeds (e.g., pumpkin seeds, almonds, peanuts) Dark leafy greens (e.g., spinach) Beans Fortified cereals See also Acidosis Alkalosis Dehydration Malnutrition Starvation Sports drink References External links Causes of death