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Apricots, dried, sulfured, stewed, with added sugar

Per 100 g edible portion
Fruits
ModerateApricots is rated Moderate. Of the three minerals, Potassium is highest at 22% of its limit - a moderate caution level.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus38 mg4%
Low
Sodium3 mg<1%
Low
Potassium443 mg22%
Moderate

About this food

Apricots 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

From the potassium angle (22%), how much Apricots fits depends on your latest lab values - this site only presents the data.

Other nutrients

Protein1.2 gNot part of rating
Fiber4.1 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
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

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 Apricots safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Apricots is Moderate - Potassium (22%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Apricots rated Moderate?

Rating basis: Apricots's Potassium is 443 mg, 22% of the daily limit, judged as Moderate per the 15-25% tier.

How much Potassium is in Apricots?

On a per-100 g basis, Apricots contains Potassium 443 mg, or 22% of the 2,000 mg daily limit.

Is Apricots safe on a low-potassium diet?

For a potassium-watching diet, Apricots exceeds the 300 mg per 100 g marker (Potassium 443 mg). The safest step is checking this against your own lab-based limit.

How does Apricots compare to other fruits foods?

Measured against other Fruits foods, Apricots is more in Potassium (443 mg per 100 g) than the category average - data-only, never a prescription.