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Applesauce, canned, unsweetened, with added ascorbic acid

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Applesauce is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Potassium, reaches only 4% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus5 mg<1%
Low
Sodium2 mg<1%
Low
Potassium74 mg4%
Low

About this food

Applesauce is a common member of Fruits. 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. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

From the potassium angle (4%), how much Applesauce fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein0.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)9.4 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

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 Applesauce safe for kidney disease?

Applesauce is rated Kidney-friendly: Potassium is 4% of the CKD stage 3-4 limit, the highest item. Individual needs should be discussed with your healthcare team.

Why is Applesauce rated Kidney-friendly?

Applesauce's Potassium content (74 mg) equals 4% of the limit, sitting in the <15% band - that is why it rates Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Applesauce?

On a per-100 g basis, Applesauce contains Potassium 74 mg, or 4% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Applesauce safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Applesauce falls below the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 74 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Applesauce compare to other fruits foods?

Measured against other Fruits foods, Applesauce is less in Potassium (74 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.