potassium and spiro, saw palmetto and the pill

Dr. Redmond,
I am currently taking ocello. I am worried about my potassium levels becoming too high. I found a list of foods that contain potassium (list below) and am just concerned because so many foods contain potassium. How important is it to stay away from these foods, especially if I am able to get on spiro at some point? My second question is, is it safe to take saw palmetto with the pill? If so, do you know of any forms which are more potent or brands that are better than others? I know in your book you mention not being able to know which forms still have the potency for preventing hairloss. Thanks



raisins
prunes
apricots
dates
strawberries
bananas
watermelon
cantaloupe
citrus fruits
beets
greens
spinach
tomatoes
mushrooms
soy products
veggie burgers
peas
beans
turkey
fish
beef
salmon
cod

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Originally Posted by zoekoritsi

Dr. Redmond,
I am currently taking ocello. I am worried about my potassium levels becoming too high. I found a list of foods that contain potassium (list below) and am just concerned because so many foods contain potassium. How important is it to stay away from these foods, especially if I am able to get on spiro at some point? My second question is, is it safe to take saw palmetto with the pill? If so, do you know of any forms which are more potent or brands that are better than others? I know in your book you mention not being able to know which forms still have the potency for preventing hairloss. Thanks



raisins
prunes
apricots
dates
strawberries
bananas
watermelon
cantaloupe
citrus fruits
beets
greens
spinach
tomatoes
mushrooms
soy products
veggie burgers
peas
beans
turkey
fish
beef
salmon
cod

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Ocella (generic Yasmin) did not raise potassium in studies. Unfortunately, our society is awash in warnings. We need to be warned when there is a real risk but most medication warnings do not specify to whom the warning applies. With Ocella or spironolactone, potassium is an issue only for those with heart or kidney failure or on certain blood pressure or cardiac meds. For people without these conditions there is no need to avoid high potassium foods. Someone on blood pressure or heart meds should be sure any doctor who follows you is aware if you are on Ocella or spiro and agrees that spiro is safe.

Since individual situations vary, it is important for anyone starting to spiro to check with her doctor as to whether she has any issues with potassium.

thanks I was afraid to eat potatoes , and they are my favorite food.