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Apples, raw, golden delicious, with skin

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

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus10 mg1%
Low
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium100 mg5%
Low

About this food

Apples 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

Apples's potassium reaches 5% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.

Other nutrients

Protein0.3 gNot part of rating
Fiber2.4 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)10 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate2 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

If you are managing mineral intake: 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 Apples safe for kidney disease?

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

Why is Apples rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (100 mg, 5%) is the most prominent of Apples's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Apples?

Apples's Potassium content is 100 mg per 100 g - 5% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Apples safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Apples falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 100 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Apples compare to other fruits foods?

How does Apples compare within Fruits? Its Potassium (100 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.