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Banana or dried apricots
Both fruits are good sources of potassium. Low levels can cause muscle weakness and cramps.
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Lean protein
Health Canada recommends women eat 46 grams of protein per day. A 100-g skinless chicken breast has 31 g of protein; 100 g of pork loin has 29 g; and 1/2 cup (125 mL) of tofu has 20 g.
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Spinach or sunflower seeds
These are high in magnesium, a mineral with an important role in maintaining muscle health.
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Almonds, soybeans (edamame) or low-fat milk
All these foods contain lots of calcium, which helps muscles contract.
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Salmon, sardines or walnuts
These have high levels of omega-3 fatty acids that help the body convert nutrients into muscle proteins.
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