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Applesauce, canned, sweetened, without salt

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Applesauce is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 4% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus6 mg<1%
Low
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium75 mg4%
Low

About this food

Applesauce belongs to the Fruits category. 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

The most striking number here is potassium (4%). For patients on potassium restriction, portion size and leaching are the two levers that matter for foods like Applesauce.

Other nutrients

Protein0.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.2 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)14.7 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: Whole food

Practical tips

A handy approach - 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 Applesauce safe for kidney disease?

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

Why is Applesauce rated Kidney-friendly?

Among phosphorus, sodium and potassium, Applesauce's Potassium is highest (75 mg, 4% of daily limit), falling in the <15% band - hence the Kidney-friendly rating.

How much Potassium is in Applesauce?

Data: 100 g of Applesauce has Potassium 75 mg (4% of the 2,000 mg limit).

Is Applesauce safe on a low-potassium diet?

Low-potassium question: Applesauce falls below the 300 mg threshold (Potassium 75 mg per 100 g). Whether it fits depends on your daily potassium budget.

How does Applesauce compare to other fruits foods?

Next to other Fruits options, Applesauce carries less Potassium at 75 mg per 100 g. Use your own daily limits, not category labels, as the guide.