Mistake 3: Consuming it with chronic kidney disease
Avocado is very high in potassium. In people with kidney disease, this can cause hyperkalemia, a medical emergency that can lead to arrhythmias and cardiac arrest.
Strict rule:
If you have advanced kidney disease or are on dialysis, do not consume avocado without express medical authorization.
Mistake 2: Thinking it doesn’t interact with heart medications
Potassium-sparing diuretics, beta-blockers, and ACE inhibitors can interact with the high mineral content of avocado.
Solution:
