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Acerola, (west indian cherry), raw

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyAcerola is rated Kidney-friendly. Of phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Potassium is highest (7%), all below 15% of limits.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus11 mg1%
Low
Sodium7 mg<1%
Low
Potassium146 mg7%
Low

About this food

Acerola 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

From the potassium angle (7%), how much Acerola fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein0.4 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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: Whole food

Practical tips

Worth remembering: 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 safe for kidney disease?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Acerola is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (7%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Acerola rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Acerola's three minerals, Potassium is highest (146 mg, 7%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Acerola?

On a per-100 g basis, Acerola contains Potassium 146 mg, or 7% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Acerola safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Acerola falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 146 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Acerola compare to other fruits foods?

Measured against other Fruits foods, Acerola is less in Potassium (146 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.