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Acerola juice, raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyAcerola juice is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest (5%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus9 mg<1%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium97 mg5%
Low

About this food

Acerola juice sits in the Fruits group. Potassium levels vary widely across fruits - apples and berries are low-potassium, kidney-friendly picks, while bananas and avocados are high and need portion control. The natural sugar in fruit is usually not the issue; potassium is.

Nutrient insight

Potassium is the highest of the three at 5%. With reduced kidney function, blood potassium can rise, so spread high-potassium foods across the day rather than in one large serving.

Other nutrients

Protein0.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber0.3 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.5 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
OxalateNo dataNot rated · reference for those with kidney stones
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: For high-potassium fruits, portion control is the main lever - for example, half a banana instead of a whole one.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Acerola juice safe for kidney disease?

Acerola juice scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (5% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Acerola juice rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (97 mg, 5%) is the most prominent of Acerola juice's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Acerola juice?

In every 100 g of Acerola juice, Potassium is about 97 mg - roughly 5% of the daily limit (2,000 mg).

Is Acerola juice safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Acerola juice falls below 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 97 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Acerola juice compare to other fruits foods?

Against the Fruits average, Acerola juice shows less Potassium (97 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.