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

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
Kidney-friendlyBased on CKD stage 3-4 daily limits, Apricots is rated Kidney-friendly - Potassium is the highest at 10% of its limit, still well below 15%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus13 mg1%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium192 mg10%
Low

About this food

Apricots 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

Potassium at 10% is the main consideration. Concentrated forms such as juice and dried fruit absorb faster; whole foods are gentler.

Other nutrients

Protein0.7 gNot part of rating
Fiber1.6 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.8 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: Whole food

Practical tips

A common practice is: 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?

On a CKD stage 3-4 basis, Apricots is Kidney-friendly, with risk mainly coming from Potassium (10%). Data is for reference and is not medical advice.

Why is Apricots rated Kidney-friendly?

Simply put: among Apricots's three minerals, Potassium is highest (192 mg, 10%), and by the tier rule (<15%) the result is Kidney-friendly.

How much Potassium is in Apricots?

Per 100 g, Apricots provides Potassium 192 mg, compared with the CKD stage 3-4 limit of 2,000 mg (10%).

Is Apricots safe on a low-potassium diet?

On a low-potassium plan, Apricots falls below the 300 mg reference, showing 192 mg of Potassium per 100 g. Individual targets vary by CKD stage and lab results.

How does Apricots compare to other fruits foods?

Within Fruits, Apricots ranks less on Potassium (192 mg per 100 g) than the group average. Individual needs still decide what fits your plan.