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Apricots, canned, juice pack, with skin, solids and liquids

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Apricots is Kidney-friendly: even its highest mineral, Potassium, reaches only 8% of the limit.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus20 mg2%
Low
Sodium4 mg<1%
Low
Potassium165 mg8%
Low

About this food

Apricots 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

Apricots's potassium reaches 8% of the limit - the leading item. Patients with normal blood potassium can eat moderate amounts; those with hyperkalemia should be more careful.

Other nutrients

Protein0.6 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)10.7 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate6.5 mgLow oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Processed or concentrated

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 Apricots safe for kidney disease?

Apricots scores Kidney-friendly on the phosphorus/sodium/potassium assessment, led by Potassium (8% of limit). This site presents data, not medical judgment.

Why is Apricots rated Kidney-friendly?

The reason: Potassium (165 mg, 8%) is the most prominent of Apricots's three minerals, at the <15% level, which maps to Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Apricots?

Apricots's Potassium content is 165 mg per 100 g - 8% of the daily limit of 2,000 mg.

Is Apricots safe on a low-potassium diet?

If you are on a potassium-restricted diet, Apricots falls below 300 mg per 100 g - Potassium comes in at 165 mg. Always verify against your own daily limit.

How does Apricots compare to other fruits foods?

How does Apricots compare within Fruits? Its Potassium (165 mg per 100 g) is less than the category average. The rating below is calculated from this food's own data.