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Amaranth leaves, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Vegetables
Higher riskAmaranth leaves's Potassium reaches 32% of the daily limit, giving it a Higher risk rating - risk is elevated for most patients.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus72 mg7%
Low
Sodium21 mg1%
Low
Potassium641 mg32%
High

About this food

How to think about Vegetables: Amaranth leaves is worth a closer look - Vegetables are a key source of fiber and vitamins and are beneficial in CKD. Some are high in potassium, but slicing, boiling and discarding the water can remove about 30-50% of the potassium - a practical step.

Nutrient insight

Potassium at 32% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein2.1 gNot part of rating
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

A common practice is: Slice, boil and discard the water to remove roughly 30-50% of the potassium - a practical method for high-potassium vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Amaranth leaves safe for kidney disease?

Based on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Amaranth leaves is rated Higher risk - Potassium is the highest contributor at 32% of its limit. Ratings reflect public nutrition data only; individual cases should follow medical advice.

Why is Amaranth leaves rated Higher risk?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Amaranth leaves's Potassium is highest (641 mg, 32% of daily limit), falling in the >30% band - hence the Higher risk rating.

How much Potassium is in Amaranth leaves?

Per 100 g, Amaranth leaves provides Potassium 641 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (32%).

Is Amaranth leaves safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Amaranth leaves exceeds the 300 mg reference, showing 641 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Amaranth leaves compare to other vegetables foods?

Within Vegetables, Amaranth leaves ranks more on Potassium (641 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.