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Studies show that foods low in sodium but high in potassium may help lower blood pressure and prevent stroke. Explaining this, studies suggest that sodium is the body's water retention component, affecting the cardiovascular system and blood pressure. Bananas (especially ripe bananas) have nearly 400 mg of potassium in 100g, but contain very little sodium in them.